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365 Winning Bridge Tips. Danny Kleinman. 2005. $21.95. 288p.
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Intermediate Level
I love Danny Kleinman's short articles and he is a brilliant theoretician. I have found his full length books to be wordy and a jumble of ideas that needed a stronger editor at the helm. This book is written in a similiar vein.
This is not really a tips book as much as a series of very short play/bidding problems with a few tips thrown in as footnotes.
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Improve your opening leads by Hugh Kelsey and John Matheson
short 7 chapters book each on adifferent subject like leads against slams partscores..., each page you get your hand and the bidding should tell whats the bbest lead, then comes a full page of analysis, the grades for each lead and the full hand.
This book has been a riddle to me for a long time, i began reading it about every 5 years since my early bridge days. I didnt know how to relate to it, every time i read it I could accept few more hands problem. Others I still didnt agree with the book till the next time I read it.
Its a strange leading book unlike other books that teach you leads, like lawrence book this one isnt teaching youthe normal leads.
This is a book on spectacular leads, and I had hard time to accpet it, first of all i thought It use too much analysis for opening leads, and probelby this analysis is effected by the faqct that the authors already seen the full hand, they like picturing the hands that they already saw, second I didnt like the spectacular leads because partner will never understand what Im doing for example when im leading K from Kxxx.
Today I can say its a good book but its a very dangerous one, I think experts can benefit the most of it, non expert must read it carfully, I dont let my partners read it, I dont like my partners wasting 2 minutes on a stupid opening lead and later giving me full analysis of why it should have worked, usually its will not work because either they miss somethign in the analysis, or the bidders werent as smart as them, or I thier partner didnt read the lead, and aside from this i dont like wasting too much time on leads, bridge is a short game and leads shoudnt take long, also it raize some ethical problems.
I'll give you a normal example so you'll see what im talking about
you west holds
E S W N
1♠ 2♦ 2♠ 5♦
What do you lead ?
I will not copy the full analysis (unless you ask really nice)
i'll just give you the grades hidden:
short 7 chapters book each on adifferent subject like leads against slams partscores..., each page you get your hand and the bidding should tell whats the bbest lead, then comes a full page of analysis, the grades for each lead and the full hand.
This book has been a riddle to me for a long time, i began reading it about every 5 years since my early bridge days. I didnt know how to relate to it, every time i read it I could accept few more hands problem. Others I still didnt agree with the book till the next time I read it.
Its a strange leading book unlike other books that teach you leads, like lawrence book this one isnt teaching youthe normal leads.
This is a book on spectacular leads, and I had hard time to accpet it, first of all i thought It use too much analysis for opening leads, and probelby this analysis is effected by the faqct that the authors already seen the full hand, they like picturing the hands that they already saw, second I didnt like the spectacular leads because partner will never understand what Im doing for example when im leading K from Kxxx.
Today I can say its a good book but its a very dangerous one, I think experts can benefit the most of it, non expert must read it carfully, I dont let my partners read it, I dont like my partners wasting 2 minutes on a stupid opening lead and later giving me full analysis of why it should have worked, usually its will not work because either they miss somethign in the analysis, or the bidders werent as smart as them, or I thier partner didnt read the lead, and aside from this i dont like wasting too much time on leads, bridge is a short game and leads shoudnt take long, also it raize some ethical problems.
I'll give you a normal example so you'll see what im talking about
you west holds
Scoring: IMP
E S W N
1♠ 2♦ 2♠ 5♦
What do you lead ?
I will not copy the full analysis (unless you ask really nice)
i'll just give you the grades hidden:
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Posted 2006-January-29, 18:25
>Improve your opening leads by Hugh Kelsey and John Matheson
I liked this book when I read it. I plan on rereading it again.
What I liked was it made you think about the bidding and what the players had rather than some general rule "(Dont) Lead trump when ..."
In the example you gave you know pard has 5 spades so its possible you will get no Spade tricks at all. If declarere has the Spade K doubleton or terbleton it will make, but even if not, spades can be ruffed. I can see leading the Spade Q in case Dummy has the K.
I was thinking a low Club because with the opponents bidding to such a high level they may be void and we have to get something going.
My first thought was Spade Q, then I selected low club. 5 out of 10, oh well.
I plan on rereading Mike Lawrences book "Opening Leads" as well. It too focused heavily on what the auction was telling us about the hands.
I liked this book when I read it. I plan on rereading it again.
What I liked was it made you think about the bidding and what the players had rather than some general rule "(Dont) Lead trump when ..."
In the example you gave you know pard has 5 spades so its possible you will get no Spade tricks at all. If declarere has the Spade K doubleton or terbleton it will make, but even if not, spades can be ruffed. I can see leading the Spade Q in case Dummy has the K.
I was thinking a low Club because with the opponents bidding to such a high level they may be void and we have to get something going.
My first thought was Spade Q, then I selected low club. 5 out of 10, oh well.
I plan on rereading Mike Lawrences book "Opening Leads" as well. It too focused heavily on what the auction was telling us about the hands.
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Well if the Q of spade is your first thought at the table then i think you got affected and need to check up.
As i know you arent an expert this kind of leads will not benefit you.
I dont say this isnt a good book, not at all, its a good book,but its also a dangerous one to any non expert (i dont mean BBO experts i mean real experts).
non experts if read it must do it carfully, because this isnt the real world its an extreme.
As i know you arent an expert this kind of leads will not benefit you.
I dont say this isnt a good book, not at all, its a good book,but its also a dangerous one to any non expert (i dont mean BBO experts i mean real experts).
non experts if read it must do it carfully, because this isnt the real world its an extreme.
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Interesting, I am far from being an expert but when I support partner's suit he is entitled to see my highest card on lead. This is especially important since they stopped in 5D so there is no void out there.
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Guys no need to convince me that a good analysis will lead to leading the Q of Spade, i know it, i think the analysis is great, and maybe this specific example is one that you and your partner can both digest, but in general most non experts partnership wont. This could mean partner will not understand the lead and will do the wrong thing, could be that partner will be distracted because of this strange lead, which will make him non focus and mistake on different partner of that board, or more likely it wont happend on this deal , it could happend on many ways, for example next time you will lead a Q partner wont feel confident you have the J, but most likely it will happend when you will overthink leads and will make "smart" leads but forget to take something into account.
You can think what you like, i can only give you my advice based on many many years of playing this game.
You can think what you like, i can only give you my advice based on many many years of playing this game.
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Posted 2006-January-30, 14:16
In general Hugh Kelsey books are Not for beginners or even low intermediates.
I don't think leading the Spade Q is so strange, even though I ultimately chose another lead (for a lower score)
Pard opened 1 Spade, implying he has as least 5 Spades, and at least 12HCP.
You have 5 Spades and 4 HCP. Therefore the opponents have at most 24 HCP, which is a bit short of the 29 usually required for 11 tricks. Thus one of the opponents must have extra distribution.
If declarer has Kx and dummy x in Spades, leading to pards ace gives them a discard. If dummy has the Kx and declarer x, leading to pards A may result in a discard on the K. Leading the Q can't cost, and may help, in case dummy has Kx.
The reason I rejected the Spade lead is I assumed it would be ruffed.
In general, the Mike Lawrence books force the reader to picture the unseen hands.
It may take a while to make the opening lead as the player processes the data.
I don't think leading the Spade Q is so strange, even though I ultimately chose another lead (for a lower score)
Pard opened 1 Spade, implying he has as least 5 Spades, and at least 12HCP.
You have 5 Spades and 4 HCP. Therefore the opponents have at most 24 HCP, which is a bit short of the 29 usually required for 11 tricks. Thus one of the opponents must have extra distribution.
If declarer has Kx and dummy x in Spades, leading to pards ace gives them a discard. If dummy has the Kx and declarer x, leading to pards A may result in a discard on the K. Leading the Q can't cost, and may help, in case dummy has Kx.
The reason I rejected the Spade lead is I assumed it would be ruffed.
In general, the Mike Lawrence books force the reader to picture the unseen hands.
It may take a while to make the opening lead as the player processes the data.
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Posted 2006-January-30, 14:58
Judgment at Bridge by Mike Lawrence 1976
Its 30 years old, but still a very good Intermediate level (and below) book on some common bidding mistakes and other types of mistakes. Most of the book focuses on Bidding. Underbidding, Overbidding, Preference bids, dynamic hand evaluation, and Takeout Doubles, with lots of examples. There are also sections on Signaling (and its misuse), and maybe a few other subjects.
There is nothing earthshattering in the book. With all the examples it does a good job helping the reader clear up some mistakes and misconceptions they may have had.
There are a number of highlighted guidelines such as
"When the Bidding has reasonably described your hand, and partner then makes a decision, trust him. You must have a strong reason to override him"
You hold:
S: K 10 9 8 7
H: Q 9 7 4 2
D: 4 2
C: 3
Pard opens 1D, you bid 1S
Pard bids 2C, Your bid?
You have a misfit, bid 2D.
( I dont have the exact hand or bidding sequence in front of me)
There is another hand where you hold something like:
S: Q 9 5
H: x x
D: T 9 8 x
C: J T 8 7
Pard opens:
1S - p - p - 2D
X - p - p - 2H
2NT - p - ?
What do you do?
The idea is that pard bid on despite your showing no support at all, he must have a huge hand. Your few scattered points are in his suits. Bid 3NT and expect it to make.
Its 30 years old, but still a very good Intermediate level (and below) book on some common bidding mistakes and other types of mistakes. Most of the book focuses on Bidding. Underbidding, Overbidding, Preference bids, dynamic hand evaluation, and Takeout Doubles, with lots of examples. There are also sections on Signaling (and its misuse), and maybe a few other subjects.
There is nothing earthshattering in the book. With all the examples it does a good job helping the reader clear up some mistakes and misconceptions they may have had.
There are a number of highlighted guidelines such as
"When the Bidding has reasonably described your hand, and partner then makes a decision, trust him. You must have a strong reason to override him"
You hold:
S: K 10 9 8 7
H: Q 9 7 4 2
D: 4 2
C: 3
Pard opens 1D, you bid 1S
Pard bids 2C, Your bid?
You have a misfit, bid 2D.
( I dont have the exact hand or bidding sequence in front of me)
There is another hand where you hold something like:
S: Q 9 5
H: x x
D: T 9 8 x
C: J T 8 7
Pard opens:
1S - p - p - 2D
X - p - p - 2H
2NT - p - ?
What do you do?
The idea is that pard bid on despite your showing no support at all, he must have a huge hand. Your few scattered points are in his suits. Bid 3NT and expect it to make.
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Posted 2006-February-04, 16:51
Card Play Made Easy (volumes 1-4) by Ron Klinger, Andrew Kambites
1: Safety Plays & End Plays
2: Suit Combinations
3: Trump Management
4: Timing and Communications
I very much like this set. Each book presents a concept in a short chapter with perhaps 4-6 example hands. Then there is a quiz of 8 very good, well chosen problems. Not only do you have to figure out the problem, you need to use correct technique. Its like a book version of Bridge Master. At the end of each book is a review test of between 24 and 60 problems. While these books are only 96 pages each, they should take you 6-9 hours to complete.
[Explanations & ~50 example hands & ~64 chapter questions & ~40-60 Final test questions]
I would not use them as my first source to learn a subject (instead I'd use a book like Victor Mollos Card Play Technique, and Terence Reeses books). But once you have a general knowledge of a technique (Card Combinations for example) these books are a very nice test and further teaching tool. You will learn and be tested on the concept as well as proper technique.
They are Intermediate level, though I'm sure many who consider themselves advanced would not get more than half the problems right. I especially like the Suit Combination and Trump Management books.
Well worth getting, I will make a point of rereading these every couple of year to improve and maintain my technique.
Note: Vol #1 is out of print and it sells for $70 - $250 (Im not kidding!!!) You need to keep your eyes open and wait for one to come up at a reasonable price (I got it for $11.50 including shipping)
1: Safety Plays & End Plays
2: Suit Combinations
3: Trump Management
4: Timing and Communications
I very much like this set. Each book presents a concept in a short chapter with perhaps 4-6 example hands. Then there is a quiz of 8 very good, well chosen problems. Not only do you have to figure out the problem, you need to use correct technique. Its like a book version of Bridge Master. At the end of each book is a review test of between 24 and 60 problems. While these books are only 96 pages each, they should take you 6-9 hours to complete.
[Explanations & ~50 example hands & ~64 chapter questions & ~40-60 Final test questions]
I would not use them as my first source to learn a subject (instead I'd use a book like Victor Mollos Card Play Technique, and Terence Reeses books). But once you have a general knowledge of a technique (Card Combinations for example) these books are a very nice test and further teaching tool. You will learn and be tested on the concept as well as proper technique.
They are Intermediate level, though I'm sure many who consider themselves advanced would not get more than half the problems right. I especially like the Suit Combination and Trump Management books.
Well worth getting, I will make a point of rereading these every couple of year to improve and maintain my technique.
Note: Vol #1 is out of print and it sells for $70 - $250 (Im not kidding!!!) You need to keep your eyes open and wait for one to come up at a reasonable price (I got it for $11.50 including shipping)
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Card Play Made Easy is still available directly through Ron Klinger's website at AU$21.95 or about US$16.50 and he'll be happy to sign it for you. Please don't be taken in by the internet book scalpers on ABE and other book sites.
I have sold two of these used in the last year at $5.75 each.
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I have sold two of these used in the last year at $5.75 each.
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Posted 2006-February-10, 13:50
Clues From the Bidding at Bridge. 2nd edition, Julian Pottage. 2005. 16.95$. 152 pp.
Grade=A-
Intermediate/Advanced
A terrific book. One or two page play problems. Most of the book is focused on counting and visualizing the hands. When it sticks to this theme I give the book an A+. In the second half Mr. Pottage starts to discuss advanced/expert levels of declarer play technique on some hands.
For the intermediate or advancing player I strongly recommend this book. This is my favorite Pottage book.
Grade=A-
Intermediate/Advanced
A terrific book. One or two page play problems. Most of the book is focused on counting and visualizing the hands. When it sticks to this theme I give the book an A+. In the second half Mr. Pottage starts to discuss advanced/expert levels of declarer play technique on some hands.
For the intermediate or advancing player I strongly recommend this book. This is my favorite Pottage book.
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Posted 2006-February-10, 14:25
I haven't read every post in this thread, so apologies if this is a repeat.
I like reading the world championship books. They are very good value per hand.
My particular favourite is the write up by Erik Kokish of the 1995(?) USA-Canada final, because he describes his thought processes on many of the deals as well as giving more info on what went on at the other table. A fascinating insight into real expert thinking.
I wish other top players could spend more time explaining why they did particular things at the table, but sadly bridge journalism doesn't really pay.
I like reading the world championship books. They are very good value per hand.
My particular favourite is the write up by Erik Kokish of the 1995(?) USA-Canada final, because he describes his thought processes on many of the deals as well as giving more info on what went on at the other table. A fascinating insight into real expert thinking.
I wish other top players could spend more time explaining why they did particular things at the table, but sadly bridge journalism doesn't really pay.
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Posted 2006-February-11, 10:10
Could someone describe the World Championship books in detail?
Is it a card by card description of the play, and the probably thought process behind the play and bidding? Sort of like Reese's "Play These Hands With Me"?
>Clues From the Bidding at Bridge. 2nd edition, Julian Pottage
>A terrific book. One or two page play problems. Most of the book is focused on counting and visualizing the hands. When it sticks to this theme I give the book an A+. In the second half Mr. Pottage starts to discuss advanced/expert levels of declarer play technique on some hands.
Maybe I should give it another chance. I read about a third of it and didn't like it.
Maybe "Clues From the Bidding" is an Advanced book, not an Intermediate book?
I thought some of the clues were a bit flimsy. I wonder if the emphasis was on "creating clever hands" rather than teaching realistic and practical deductive reasoning.
The declarer play in Pottages book was certainly advanced, not intermediate.
I much prefer other similar books on deductive reasoning/visualization by:
Mike Lawrence
Eric Jannersten (Card Reading)
Andrew Kambites (Card Placing for You)
Al Dormer (Dormer on Deduction)
Hugh Kelsey (Logical Bridge Play)
Marshall Miles has a couple of books that I havent read (All 52 Cards, and Inferences at Bridge).
Is it a card by card description of the play, and the probably thought process behind the play and bidding? Sort of like Reese's "Play These Hands With Me"?
>Clues From the Bidding at Bridge. 2nd edition, Julian Pottage
>A terrific book. One or two page play problems. Most of the book is focused on counting and visualizing the hands. When it sticks to this theme I give the book an A+. In the second half Mr. Pottage starts to discuss advanced/expert levels of declarer play technique on some hands.
Maybe I should give it another chance. I read about a third of it and didn't like it.
Maybe "Clues From the Bidding" is an Advanced book, not an Intermediate book?
I thought some of the clues were a bit flimsy. I wonder if the emphasis was on "creating clever hands" rather than teaching realistic and practical deductive reasoning.
The declarer play in Pottages book was certainly advanced, not intermediate.
I much prefer other similar books on deductive reasoning/visualization by:
Mike Lawrence
Eric Jannersten (Card Reading)
Andrew Kambites (Card Placing for You)
Al Dormer (Dormer on Deduction)
Hugh Kelsey (Logical Bridge Play)
Marshall Miles has a couple of books that I havent read (All 52 Cards, and Inferences at Bridge).
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mike777, on Feb 10 2006, 02:50 PM, said:
Clues From the Bidding at Bridge. 2nd edition, Julian Pottage. 2005. 16.95$. 152 pp.
Grade=A-
Intermediate/Advanced
A terrific book. One or two page play problems. Most of the book is focused on counting and visualizing the hands. When it sticks to this theme I give the book an A+. In the second half Mr. Pottage starts to discuss advanced/expert levels of declarer play technique on some hands.
For the intermediate or advancing player I strongly recommend this book. This is my favorite Pottage book.
Grade=A-
Intermediate/Advanced
A terrific book. One or two page play problems. Most of the book is focused on counting and visualizing the hands. When it sticks to this theme I give the book an A+. In the second half Mr. Pottage starts to discuss advanced/expert levels of declarer play technique on some hands.
For the intermediate or advancing player I strongly recommend this book. This is my favorite Pottage book.
bought it, agree, thanks
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ArcLight, on Feb 11 2006, 12:10 PM, said:
Could someone describe the World Championship books in detail?
I'm not going to do it here, since I've already arranged for you to receive a copy for your review. Your thread here is highly beneficial for all of the members, and you would be the best one to capture just what the championship books are all about. So, it's on the way.
I have several years available, both listed on my website and unlisted (getting ready to do that soon
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Posted 2006-February-24, 12:42
The Complete Book on Hand Evaluation in Contract Bridge
Mike Lawrence. 9.95$ 1983. 194p.
Grade=B
Reread this book after more than two decades. It is full of many high level ideas. It is written in a textbook style and is a bit dry and lacks much of Mike's usual droll humor. Great reference book to read and reread but the casual player may get more out of a Tips style book.
Another solid book by Mike Lawrence. "One of the most important things in any endeavor is the accumulation of experience and the ability to learn from it" A. Sheinwold.
This book has something for players of all levels. Mike explains how the value of card combinations varies from sequence to sequence. Will have you thinking about boxes and shell points that add to one's bridge lingo.
Next up on my bridge book reading list is the book I know all you forum readers/bashers have been waiting for Picture Bidding by Al Roth.
Mike Lawrence. 9.95$ 1983. 194p.
Grade=B
Reread this book after more than two decades. It is full of many high level ideas. It is written in a textbook style and is a bit dry and lacks much of Mike's usual droll humor. Great reference book to read and reread but the casual player may get more out of a Tips style book.
Another solid book by Mike Lawrence. "One of the most important things in any endeavor is the accumulation of experience and the ability to learn from it" A. Sheinwold.
This book has something for players of all levels. Mike explains how the value of card combinations varies from sequence to sequence. Will have you thinking about boxes and shell points that add to one's bridge lingo.
Next up on my bridge book reading list is the book I know all you forum readers/bashers have been waiting for Picture Bidding by Al Roth
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Posted 2006-February-24, 13:11
My Favorite All Around Bridge Book:
Matchpoints- Kit Woolsey
Best Books for Advancing Players:
Watson- The Play of the Cards
Kelsey- Killing Defense
Lawrence-How to Read the Opponents Cards, Openings Leads
Also definitely worth reading:
Play Bridge with Mike Lawrence
Partnership Bidding - Robson/Segal
Partnership Defense - Woolsey
Expert Level Bridge Books:
For Experts Only- Granovetters
Bridge in the Managerie-Mollo ( Very entertaining)
Master Play in Contract Bridge-Reese
Squeeze Play-Reese
Bridge with the Blue Team
Matchpoints- Kit Woolsey
Best Books for Advancing Players:
Watson- The Play of the Cards
Kelsey- Killing Defense
Lawrence-How to Read the Opponents Cards, Openings Leads
Also definitely worth reading:
Play Bridge with Mike Lawrence
Partnership Bidding - Robson/Segal
Partnership Defense - Woolsey
Expert Level Bridge Books:
For Experts Only- Granovetters
Bridge in the Managerie-Mollo ( Very entertaining)
Master Play in Contract Bridge-Reese
Squeeze Play-Reese
Bridge with the Blue Team
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Posted 2006-February-24, 13:15
Good choices Josh, Matchpoints is amazing. I think that Killing Defence is aimed at a higher level than your other "advancing" books.
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Posted 2006-February-24, 13:31
joshs, on Feb 24 2006, 03:11 PM, said:
My Favorite All Around Bridge Book:
Partnership Bidding - Robson/Segal
Partnership Bidding - Robson/Segal
Partnership Bidding is a fantastic book, and out of print. However, you can download this book in PDF format from my bridge book website for free.
Downloads available from CarlRitner.com
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Posted 2006-February-24, 14:41
MickyB, on Feb 24 2006, 02:15 PM, said:
Good choices Josh, Matchpoints is amazing. I think that Killing Defence is aimed at a higher level than your other "advancing" books.
Yeah it is. The empasis is on logic and not signals or rules, so that makes it hard.