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2014 IBPA Master Point Press Book of the Year! From Master Point Press: 'This year we had a plethora of terrific books to choose among for our Book of the Year. In another year, three of our other candidates might have won the award. However, this year, one book stood out from the rest. The Art of Declarer Play belongs in the ranks of Watson, Reese and Kelsey as one of the best books on declarer play ever written. If you buy only one bridge book this year, this should be the one.' ADVANCED / EXPERT Anybody can make straightforward contracts. THE ART OF DECLARER PLAY is about how to handle the rest. If you already have a good grasp of declarerplay technique, the blocking and unblocking plays, the eliminations and the squeezes, then this is the book for you. Bourke and Corfield begin where most of the other books finish, and reveal what goes on inside the mind of an expert, explaining how to anticipate the likely distribution, how to use logic and visualization, how to listen to the cards, and many other ways to make impossible contracts. By understanding the thought processes that lead to a successful strategy in the most challenging of contracts, you will be able to replicate them for yourself, and bid with the confidence that comes from expertlevel declarer play. If you want your cardplay to improve out of all recognition, If you want to learn the secrets of expertlevel technique, If you are not afraid to challenge yourself, Then read on
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- Q: What is 'The Art of Declarer Play' about? A: 'The Art of Declarer Play' is a comprehensive guide to advanced bridge strategies, focusing on techniques that expert players use to handle complex contracts. It emphasizes thinking processes and strategies that go beyond basic play.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Tim Bourke, recognized for his expertise in bridge and card play.
- Q: What level of player is this book intended for? A: 'The Art of Declarer Play' is aimed at advanced to expert players who have a solid understanding of declarer play techniques and wish to enhance their skills further.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 388 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of declarer play strategies.
- Q: What is the publishing date of this book? A: 'The Art of Declarer Play' was published on February 25, 2014.
- Q: What binding type does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it easy to handle and read.
- Q: Does this book cover any specific techniques? A: Yes, the book covers advanced techniques such as blocking, unblocking, eliminations, and squeezes, aimed at improving the reader's declarer play.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: No, this book is not recommended for beginners. It is designed for players who already have a good grasp of basic declarer techniques.
- Q: What makes this book stand out from other bridge books? A: The book is distinguished by its focus on the thought processes of expert players, offering insights into anticipating distributions and strategic decision-making in challenging contracts.
- Q: Can this book help improve my card play significantly? A: Yes, by understanding the advanced strategies presented in this book, readers can expect to see significant improvements in their card play and bidding confidence.