Foster’s Whist Manual: A Complete System of Instruction in the Game by R. F. Foster – 1899

Author: R. F. Foster
Title: Foster’s Whist Manual: A Complete System of Instruction in the Game
Publisher: Frederick Warne & Co. / Mudie & Sons, London
Year: 1899
Format: Hardcover
Binding: Maroon cloth boards with gilt title and decorative playing card motif

Description

Published in London in 1899, Foster’s Whist Manual by R. F. Foster provides a comprehensive system of instruction in the traditional card game of Whist.

Whist was one of the most important and widely played card games of the nineteenth century and was a direct predecessor of modern Bridge. This attractive Victorian-era manual is particularly appealing for its maroon cloth binding, gilt lettering and decorative gilt playing card motif to the front board.

A desirable title for collectors of vintage card-game books, Whist and Bridge history, Victorian leisure and social history, or decorative antiquarian books.

Condition

Good. Some edgewear to the cloth boards, with bumping to the top and bottom of the spine and to the corners. Previous owner’s name written on the title page. Gilt decoration and title remain an attractive feature. Please refer to photographs as they form part of the condition description.

Why You’ll Love It

An appealing 1899 Victorian card-game manual with decorative gilt binding and strong historical interest, particularly for collectors of Whist, Bridge and early gaming literature.