{"product_id":"9780804838740-mah-jong-handbook","title":"Mah Jong Handbook","description":"\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"Content-Type\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Play, Score, and Win\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaster the game of Mahjong with this must-have game strategy guide for Mahjong beginners and enthusiasts.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOriginally played with cards, and then piece carved from ivory or bamboo, the Chinese game of Mahjong or \"Mah Jongg\" is well over a thousand years old.  Said to have originated in the court of the Emperor of Wu, for centuries Mahjong remained a diversion exclusively for the royal class of China.  Mahjong has been called \"the game of a hundred intelligences.\" When played by experts it can be fast and subtle—even difficult to follow. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eMah Jong Handbook\u003c\/i\u003e is the all-comprehensive Mahjong guide, offering a clear and concise introduction to the classic Chinese, Western, and Japanese rules of the game and outlining its many variants. A great way to learn Mahjong—it presents the complex rules in a clear format, introducing those unfamiliar with the game to its rules and techniques.  It will also allow more experienced players to expand their understanding of winning strategy quickly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart One covers the rules of the game.  Part Two provides alternatives, variations, and additions to the game.  Part Three explores the fundamentals of successful strategy.  With illustrations of sample hands, scoring charts, and a glossary of terms, \u003ci\u003eMah Jong Handbook\u003c\/i\u003e is an invaluable resource—a complete guidebook to the ancient but always fascinating game of Mahjong.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis Mahjong guidebook includes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e 192 page, full-color book\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Play basics like scoring, wall-building and rules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Essential tools to improve and enhance game-play skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Winning strategies to be on the offensive and play defense\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Tips to master the game through actual examples and scenarios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eMah Jong Handbook\u003c\/i\u003e is the book that readers will need to become a knowledgeable, confident and winning Mahjong player.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rarewaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56121555419510,"sku":"9780804838740","price":15.11,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/7504\/8033\/files\/orig_28346220.jpg?v=1755727633","url":"https:\/\/www.rarewaves.com\/products\/9780804838740-mah-jong-handbook","provider":"Rarewaves.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}