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teach yourself mahjong

goal
improved performance
category
sports & games

content
master basic principles and techniques
improve your skills
develop your gamesmanship

paperback isbn: 0 340 86006 5 price: £8.99 click here to order this title through amazon.co.uk

Teach Yourself Mahjong explains why Mahjong has entranced people for centuries. Learn to play simply and very quickly with reference to American and Japanese variations of the game as well as the basic fundamentals. This useful guide:

- includes advice on buying a set
- introduces each phase of play with a clear explanation and step by step illustrations
- explains scoring, settlements, errors and penalties
- offers advice on strategy and tactical play
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includes a history of Mahjong and a glossary of all the main terms.
There is also suggested further reading and websites to assist the reader in developing their interest in the game.

David Pritchard, the author, is a games consultant and former games director of the Mind Sports Olympiad. He is the former editor-in-chief of Games & Puzzles magazine.

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