Bidding Topics

Author: Eric Rodwell
Publisher: Baron Barclay Bridge Supplies
ISBN: 9781944201043
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 184

Book Description
This books contains articles adapted into book form that have been designed for all levels of player: by starting with the basics on the topic and gradually filling in details up to expert level, I hope to frame the issues in a way all can understand and also raise issues for a partnership to discuss. The techniques in this book are sustainable and can be incorporated into any bidding system. Learn from the best and see instant improvement in your results at the bridge table.

2 Over 1 Game Force

Author: Audrey Grant
Publisher: Baron Barclay Bridge Supplies
ISBN: 9780939460847
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
This book covers a popular variation of Standard American bidding methods called Two-Over-One Game Force.

The Rodwell Files

Author: Eric Rodwell
Publisher: Master Point Press
ISBN: 9781897106679
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 404

Book Description
Rodwell describes and explains a host of innovative ideas in cardplay, strategems that can be used as a declarer or defender. He then goes on to discuss the mental side of the game, areas that mark the key differences between an average player and a successful one.

25 Steps to Learning 2/1

Author: Paul Thurston
Publisher: Master Point Press
ISBN: 9781894154468
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 196

Book Description
Another title in the best-selling '25' series, using the same popular format. Over the last fifteen or so years, the 2/1 Game Forcing bidding method has gained substantial popularity, but for various reasons it is not taught in beginner classes. This book is therefore designed for players who are familiar with Standard bidding and are interested in switching to the 2/1 method. It covers basic concepts as well as the differences between 2/1 and Standard auctions, and includes a discussion of more advanced ideas and conventions that fit particularly well with 2/1 methods. Existing books on this topic (notably by Max Hardy and Mike Lawrence) are too advanced and/or too technical for this level of player.

Eric Rodwell's Bidding Topics

Author: Eric Rodwell
Publisher: Baron Barclay Bridge Supplies
ISBN: 9781944201296
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 167

Book Description
This book, carrying on the tradition of Eric Rodwell's Bidding Topics Book 1, contains 9 new bridge topics. As in the first book, each topic starts with the most basic aspects, then moves to intermedi-ate concepts and at the end, something for experts. This way the material should be of interest to a wide range of players. I would advise working on 1 topic at a time, digesting no more than what you think both you and partner can absorb and apply correctly. There are quizzes to help you check your understanding. When you feel ready you can always go back and delve deeper into the topic. Of course if you are just curious about the material you can read more casually. Once again, N.I.B. has prepared hands to use with their excel-lent partnership bidding app called "Ubid". This app allows you to practice bidding with your partner on a wide range of material, including the conventions I describe in both of my Topics books, before actually using it at the table. uBid is available for download from your app store. I wish to thank all who gave such positive feedback on the first Topics book, inspiring me to write this 2nd book. I hope you all enjoy it and get a lot of benefit from it. -Eric Rodwell

25 Bridge Conventions You Should Know

Author: Barbara Seagram
Publisher: Master Point Press
ISBN: 9781894154079
Category : Contract bridge
Languages : en
Pages : 196

Book Description
Explains twenty-five bidding conventions, including the grand slam force, lead-directing doubles, negative doubles, new minor forcing, responsive doubles, reverse Drury, splinter bids, Stayman, takeout doubles, and weak two-bids.

Audrey Grant's Better Bridge

Author: Audrey Grant
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780822016663
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 292

Book Description
"This book tells you everything you need to know about the most widely accepted bidding methods. Read about the secrets of hand evaluation that can dramatically improve your game. Learn how to describe your hand to partner so that the partnership can find its way to the best contract. Discover new concepts that keep the bidding conversation straightforward. You'll be confident when you go to your next bridge game because you'll have the solid foundation needed to handle any bidding sequence."--Back cover

Language of Bridge

Author: Kit Woolsey
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781943727049
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :

Book Description

How the Experts Win at Bridge

Author: Burt Hall
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780966116700
Category : Bridge whist
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
There are three unique things about this book: (1) It is the first book in about 40 years to deal with the entire game of bridge, (2) It represents the best thinking of modern day experts and (3) It is expecially well organized and easy to read. The book received the 1997 Book of the Year award and continues to be a bestseller at national tournaments

Good, Better, Best

Author: Jan Eric Larsson
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781771402415
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 194

Book Description
Bridge players constantly argue about the 'best' bidding systems and conventions. Strong Club or Natural? With or without relays? Standard or 2/1? Weak or strong notrump? Was the Blue Club system really better than the natural systems in the 1950s and 1960s? Is two-way Stayman as good as Stayman and transfers? Disciplined or undisciplined weak twos -- which work better? And many, many more... Well, now we have the answer to those questions, provided by exhaustive analysis and the results of computer simulations. And not only which is better, but also by how much, typically tested in thousands of 24-board IMP matches. Playing the same deals via the same AI software eliminates the variable of player skill, and bidding methods are judged solely on their own merits. It is as objective a test as modern technology can provide. And the results may not be what you would expect.