Isbn: 9781330302354 - card-sharpers: their tricks exposed (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book is a gripping, in-depth exposà of the underhanded tactics used by professional cardsharpers. It details the evolution of cheating at cards, from its origins in 17th-century France to its modern manifestations in casinos and private gambling dens. The author, a former magician, has dedicated years to researching and studying the tricks of the trade, and in this book, he shares his vast knowledge, revealing the secrets of false cuts, hidden cards, and marked decks, as well as the psychological ploys employed by these skilled manipulators. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the shadowy world of gambling and the lengths to which people will go to gain an unfair advantage, serving as a cautionary tale for any who dare to play against a professional cheat. The book's insights will leave readers amazed at the audacity and skill of these cardsharpers and forever alter their understanding of the game of chance. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…