Author: Cavendish Title:The Laws and Principles of Whist Stated and Explained and Its Practice Illustrated Publisher: Thomas De La Rue & Co., London Year: 1898 Format: Hardcover Binding: Hardcover with gilt page edges
Description
Published in London by Thomas De La Rue & Co. in 1898, Whist by Cavendish is a classic late nineteenth-century guide to the laws, principles and practical play of Whist.
Written under the well-known pseudonym Cavendish, this work was highly influential in codifying and explaining the game during the Victorian era. Whist was one of the most important card games of its time and later played a major role in the development of Bridge.
An attractive antiquarian volume with gilt page edges, suitable for collectors of vintage card-game books, Whist and Bridge history, Victorian leisure, or decorative nineteenth-century books.
Condition
Very Good. Bumping to the top and bottom of the spine and to the corners. Gilt page edges remain an attractive feature. Please refer to photographs as they form part of the condition description.
Why You’ll Love It
A handsome 1898 edition of an important Whist classic, combining historical interest with an attractive period binding and gilt page edges.
