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Invitation to Go by John Fairbairn Publisher Comments Known as Wei Ch'i in China, where it originated 4,000 years ago, the territorial board game of Go is enjoyed today by millions of people the world over. Its rules are simple, but it bears endless possibilities for complex strategic maneuvers--in fact, it'... (read more) Your price: $4.95 New - Trade Paper 
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Stepping Stones to Go by Shigemi Kishikawa Publisher Comments Go Fundamentals is an accessible book explaining the fundamental principles of go, the oldest game in the world. From the basic rules of play, the author leads the reader in easy stages to the more advanced subtleties of go. Over one hundred diagrams... (read more) List Price $12.95 Your price: $8.50 Used - Trade Paper
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Chinese Chess: An Introduction to China's Ancient Game of Strategy by H T Lau Publisher Comments Chinese chess, or "elephant chess," has intrigued game lovers for centuries. Similar in form to its well-known Western cousin, the Chinese game requires players to master subtle and fascinating variations of strategy. H. T. Lau introduces Chinese chess... (read more) List Price $14.95 Your price: $5.98 Sale - Trade Paper
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Teach Yourself Go by Charles Matthews Publisher Comments Consisting of black and white pebbles and a grid-work playing board, the ancient Asian game of go appears much simpler than chess, but it continues to stump the most sophisticated supercomputers. "Teach Yourself Go" explains the rules of the game and... (read more) Your price: $9.95 New - Trade Paper
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Beginning Go by Peter Shotwell Publisher Comments Beginning Go is a clear and thorough introduction to the intricacies of Go that is perfect for first time players. The straightforward instructions and detailed examples make it simple to understand how to play. You'll learn how to keep score, as well as... (read more) List Price $14.95 Your price: $7.98 Sale - Trade Paper
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Winning Go: Successful Moves from the Opening to the Endgame by Richard Bozulich Publisher Comments This is the first problem book in English to cover the entire game of Go by illustrating the nuances of the opening (fuseki), middle (chuban) and endgame (yose). Also included are chapters on clever moves (tesuji), life and death (shikatsu), how to win... (read more) Your price: $17.95 New - Trade Paper
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Go!: More Than a Game by Peter Shotwell Publisher Comments Invented 2500-4000 years ago, the game of Go has enthralled hundreds of millions of people in Asia, where it is an integral part of the culture. In the West, many have learned of its pleasures, especially after the game appeared in a number of hit movies,... (read more) List Price $16.95 Your price: $7.98 Sale - Trade Paper
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The Book of Mahjong: An Illustrated Guide by Amy Lo Publisher Comments Until now, a comprehensive book on Chinese mahjong for English-speaking readers did not exist. Finally, The Book of Mahjong meets that long-sought need, as author Amy Lo, in consultation with many master players of different forms of mahjong, offers the... (read more) Your price: $16.95 New - Trade Paper
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A Beginner's Guide to American Mah Jongg: How to Play the Game and Win by Elaine Sandberg Publisher Comments A Beginner's Guide to American Mah Jongg features color text to clearly show various hands and tiles. A Beginner's Guide to American Mah Jongg is the only book available which is specifically geared toward American mah jongg and follows the official... (read more) Your price: $16.95 New - Trade Paper
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The Book of Go with Other by William S Cobb Publisher Comments "Just one game," they said, and started to play. That was yesterday. --Traditional Chinese verse Become a master at Go, the game that has entranced players for thousands of years, using this beginner's guide that includes a fold-out, two-sided perforated... (read more) List Price $14.95 Your price: $9.95 Used - Spiral/comb
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The Red Dragon & the West Wind: The Winning Guide to Official Chinese & American Mah-Jongg by Tom Sloper Publisher Comments The Red Dragon & The West Wind is the perfect introduction to this ancient game of strategy and subterfuge, covering all aspects of the two most common varieties, American and Chinese, along with an overview of other global approaches. The book begins... (read more) Your price: $15.99 New - Trade Paper
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A Mah Jong Handbook: How to Play, Score, and Win by Eleanor Noss Whitney Publisher Comments "A convenient guide, simply written and easily understood, for achieving proficiency in this Oriental game."Asia... (read more) List Price $14.95 Your price: $8.95 Used - Trade Paper
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Winning American Mah Jongg Strategies: A Guide for the Novice Player by Elaine Sandberg Publisher Comments Following up on the success of her acclaimed book, A Beginner's Guide to American Mah Jongg, bestselling author Elaine Sandberg's new book offers novice players the advice they need to excel at mah jongg. Winning American Mah Jongg Strategies: A Guide... (read more) Your price: $15.95 New - Trade Paper
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A Mah Jong Handbook: How to Play, Score, and Win by Eleanor N Whitney Publisher Comments A Mah Jong Handbook gives beginners and enthusiasts a first-hand look into the exciting game of mah jong. Offering a clear and concise introduction to the classic Chinese, Western, and Japanese rules of the game and outlining its many variants, this... (read more) List Price $18.95 Your price: $9.98 Sale - Trade Paper
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Mah Jong for Beginners Rev Edition by Shozo Kanai Synopsis One of the few books explaining the game in English -- based on the rules of the Mah Jong Association of Japan.... (read more) List Price $12.95 Your price: $5.95 Used - Trade Paper
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The Theory and Practice of Go by Oscar Korschelt Synopsis Called "an essential book for any collection" by Library Journal, the Theory and Practice of Go is a fundamental primer to this fascinating game of strategy and skill, in which two players use their stones to enclose the larger area of the board... (read more) List Price $16.95 Your price: $9.95 Used - Trade Paper
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The Game of Go by Arthur Smith Publisher Comments Passing from China, where it was developed over 3,000 years ago, to Japan, where it today commands a vast and enthusiastic following, Go is probably the oldest intellectual game in the world. Similar to chess, it leaves nothing to chance, requiring great... (read more) Your price: $5.95 Used - Trade Paper
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Go & Go Moku the Oriental Board Game 2ND Edition by Edward Lasker Publisher Comments Best introduction in English to a great Japanese game. Detailed instructions provide valuable information on basic patterns, strategy, tactics, and analyzed games. Used as text by generations of Americans and Japanese as well. 72 diagrams. "...clearly... (read more) List Price $14.95 Your price: $3.50 Used - Trade Paper
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Mah Jong, Anyone?: A Manual of Modern Play by Kitty Strauser Publisher Comments Simple explanation of the basic rules of Mah Jong.... (read more) List Price $14.95 Your price: $8.95 Used - Hardcover
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Mah Jong, Anyone? by Kitty Strauser Publisher Comments Mah Jong, the ancient game of China, is enjoying another burst of popularity in America, as well as in Asia. Often seen as a mystery to Westerners, Mah Jong includes the combination of skill, chance and social interaction of Western games like dominoes... (read more) List Price $14.95 Your price: $7.95 Used - Hardcover
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