“Proficiency in whist implies capacity for success in all these more important undertakings where mind struggles against mind.” —Edgar Allan Poe, “The Murders in the Rue Morgue” “Ha, ha, fool, ya lost! Rise and fly, %@#*!” —Uncle Ralph after running a Boston, Jones family reunion, 2002 Here’s a rollicking celebration and guide to bid whist, the official game of family reunions, cookouts, backyard barbecues, and house parties. In Rise and Fly, veteran journalists Greg Morrison and Yanick Rice Lamb explore the deeper secrets of the game, including: • strategies for beating the stuffing out of your opponents • hints for successful trash-talking • the official rules and exotic variations to keep things interesting • tips for organizing tournaments • resources for taking your game to the next level • a whole slew of recipes for whist-worthy snacks Full of history, lore, and the personal recollections of celebrities and regular folks alike, this is the first all-in-one book of bid whist, a treasure for anyone who’s ever pulled up to the table and been dealt in.

Whist is one of the original classic card games. It predates Bridge, Pinochle, Poker and Hearts. The last 50 years has seen a resurgence of many variations of Whist - especially the Bid version, which uses Jokers. The 14 illustrative hands will focus on mastering hand analysis, bidding, play of the hand, defensive strategy, and partnership skills. This book includes a complete history of Whist, rules for Whist variations, and a full glossary of terms and definitions.

This comprehensive guide to Whist provides everything you need to know to master this classic card game. Including rules, strategy tips, and variations on the game, 'Whist Rules' is perfect for beginners and experienced players alike. Written by Kate Wheelock, a lifelong Whist enthusiast, this book is an indispensable resource for anyone who loves the game of cards. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.