Synopses & Reviews
andlt;bandgt;Master the game of Mahjong while learning about its legends and history with this entertaining and useful guide.andlt;/bandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;An excellent way to learn Mahjong or "Mah Jongg"and#8212;andlt;iandgt;The Great Mahjong Bookandlt;/iandgt; is the perfect resource for beginner or experienced mahjong players. Richly illustrated and easy to follow with detailed instructions and clear examples, it can help both beginners and experienced players improve their game. Mahjong beginners get a solid introduction to the rules and equipment they need to get started, while better players will find invaluable tips for mastering the game.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;iandgt;The Great Mahjong Bookandlt;/iandgt; also includes the entire history of mahjong as it spread around the globe, on the equipment and accessories used in the game, basic rules, how and where the game first developed and all the international variants of mahjongand#8212;including China, the U.S., Holland, the U.K., France, Germany, Italy, Japan and Hong Kong. Filled with hints, fun facts and numerous illustrations of memorabilia and artifacts, this authoritative and thoroughly enjoyable book is a perfect gift for anyone interested in this ancient and beguiling game.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;Mahjong players love the game because ti's colorful, exotic, and fun! Whether you're a first time player or a pro, andlt;iandgt;The Great Mahjong Bookandlt;/iandgt; is a perfect companion to the wide world of Mahjong.
Review
"Anyone seeking to learn mahjong, improve their skills, or especially, play the game while visiting another nation, is enthusiastically recommended to immediately add a copy of andlt;iandgt;The Great Mahjong Bookandlt;/iandgt; to their personal library." and#8212;andlt;bandgt;andlt;iandgt;Midwest Book Reviewandlt;/iandgt;andlt;/bandgt;
Review
Mah jongg instructor Rep, a Dutchman, casts a wide net to provide general background on the game and explain how it is played today and has in the past been played around the world. [The book] is clearly written and well illustrated with numerous examples." and#8212;andlt;bandgt;andlt;iandgt;Library Journalandlt;/iandgt;andlt;/bandgt;
Review
"Anyone seeking to learn mahjong, improve their skills, or especially, play the game while visiting another nation, is enthusiastically recommended to immediately add a copy of The Great Mahjong Book to their personal library."—Midwest Book Review
Review
Mah jongg instructor Rep, a Dutchman, casts a wide net to provide general background on the game and explain how it is played today and has in the past been played around the world. [The book] is clearly written and well illustrated with numerous examples."—Library Journal
Synopsis
andlt;bandgt;andlt;iandgt;The Great Mahjong Bookandlt;/iandgt; the perfect resource for beginner or experienced mahjong players.andlt;/bandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;This comprehensive handbook covers the entire history of mahjong as it spread around the globe, on the equipment and accessories used in the game, basic rules, how and where the game first developed and all the international variants of mahjong--including China, the U.S., Holland, the U.K., France, Germany, Italy, Japan and Hong Kong. Filled with hints, fun facts and numerous illustrations of memorabilia and artifacts, this authoritative and thoroughly enjoyable book is a perfect gift for anyone interested in this ancient and beguiling game.
Synopsis
Master the game of Mahjong while learning about its legends and history with this entertaining and useful guide.
An excellent way to learn Mahjong or "Mah Jongg"--The Great Mahjong Book is the perfect resource for beginner or experienced mahjong players. Richly illustrated and easy to follow with detailed instructions and clear examples, it can help both beginners and experienced players improve their game. Mahjong beginners get a solid introduction to the rules and equipment they need to get started, while better players will find invaluable tips for mastering the game.
The Great Mahjong Book also includes the entire history of mahjong as it spread around the globe, on the equipment and accessories used in the game, basic rules, how and where the game first developed and all the international variants of mahjong--including China, the U.S., Holland, the U.K., France, Germany, Italy, Japan and Hong Kong. Filled with hints, fun facts and numerous illustrations of memorabilia and artifacts, this authoritative and thoroughly enjoyable book is a perfect gift for anyone interested in this ancient and beguiling game.
Mahjong players love the game because ti's colorful, exotic, and fun Whether you're a first time player or a pro, The Great Mahjong Book is a perfect companion to the wide world of Mahjong.
Synopsis
"Now that poker is played out, young New Yorkers are reviving the Chinese tile game of Mahjong." - the New York Times
Synopsis
The Great Mahjong Book is a perfect resource for the beginning or experienced mahjong player. This comprehensive book covers the entire history of mahjong as it spread around the globe, on the equipment and accessories used in the game, the basic rules, how and where the game first developed and all the international variants of mahjong--including China, the U.S., Holland, the U.K., France, Germany, Italy, Japan and Hong Kong. Filled with hints, fun facts and numerous illustrations of memorabilia and artifacts, this authoritative and thoroughly enjoyable book is a perfect gift for anyone interested in this ancient and beguiling game.
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"Anyone seeking to learn mahjong, improve their skills, or especially, play the game while visiting another nation, is enthusiastically recommended to immediately add a copy of The Great Mahjong Book to their personal library."—Midwest Book ReviewMah jongg instructor Rep, a Dutchman, casts a wide net to provide general background on the game and explain how it is played today and has in the past been played around the world. [The book] is clearly written and well illustrated with numerous examples