The Decline And Fall Of Whist - John Petch Hewby - Bog

""The Decline and Fall of Whist: An Old Fashioned View of New Fangled Play"" is a book written by John Petch Hewby and originally published in 1884. The book discusses the game of whist, which was a popular card game in the 19th century. Hewby argues that the game has declined in popularity due to new rules and strategies that have been introduced, which he refers to as ""new fangled play"". He advocates for a return to the traditional rules and strategies of the game, which he believes will restore its popularity and appeal. The book provides a detailed analysis of the game of whist, including its history, rules, and various strategies. It also includes anecdotes and examples from Hewby's own experiences playing the game. Overall, ""The Decline and Fall of Whist"" is a fascinating historical document that sheds light on the evolution of card games in the 19th century and the debates surrounding their rules and strategies.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.