It's a race around a board that takes luck and skill--and if you're hoping to reach the "finish line" first, here are the rules, the skill-building quizzes, and the cleverest tactics needed to win. If you've never played before, you'll get an explanation of the game's basics and scoring--who goes first, dealing and discarding the cards, and moving the pegs, all with expert tips to put beginners on the right track from the start. The detailed coverage focuses on such topics as what to do when the cut is irrelevant (when the dealer will lose if he doesn't peg out); strategies in the play of the hand; ways to speed up the game; and almost any potential situation you'll encounter. And, for those who already play, there's some advanced advice to take you to the next level, plus information on the American Cribbage Congress, which runs tournaments and clubs. By Dan Barlow.

It's a race around a board that takes luck and skill--and if you're hoping to reach the "finish line" first, here are the rules, the skill-building quizzes, and the cleverest tactics needed to win. If you've never played before, you'll get an explanation of the game's basics and scoring--who goes first, dealing and discarding the cards, and moving the pegs, all with expert tips to put beginners on the right track from the start. The detailed coverage focuses on such topics as what to do when the cut is irrelevant (when the dealer will lose if he doesn't peg out); strategies in the play of the hand; ways to speed up the game; and almost any potential situation you'll encounter. And, for those who already play, there's some advanced advice to take you to the next level, plus information on the American Cribbage Congress, which runs tournaments and clubs. By Dan Barlow.

One of the standard works on cribbage, widely played and increasingly popular all over the world. This guide to Cribbage first introduces the game to those who have never played, then explains its intricacies to more experienced players and gives advice for improving the chances of winning. The book describes the six-card and five-card games in detail and shows numerous card combinations. By Frank Buttler.

Your opponent always gets better cards than you do? Then your only hope is to outpeg her in the play of the hand. Dan Barlow, former National Open Tournament champion shows you how, with detailed strategies for the opening lead, the endgame, and everything between, all in reader-friendly conversational style. Regardless of your cribbage skill, if you're interested in improving, you shouldn't miss this gem. By Dan Barlow.

A book for those who take their cribbage seriously. More than 100 problems to solve, from Dan Barlow, former National Open Cribbage Tournament Champion. You're playing in the last hand of the last game of the tournament. The World Championship of cribbage is on the line. Can you handle the pressure? We give you the position and your cards. You decide the play. Too often cribbage players fall asleep on 4th Street, and too often they pay the price. In a realm where strategies can shift dramatically with the play of each card, you must remain con-stantly alert. The purpose of this book is to encourage the thought processes that lead to success on 4th Street.

Enjoyed since Sir John Suckling invented this popular card game in the early 1600s, cribbage is examined here in full-color photos and engaging text. Over 350 color photographs enliven the discussion, displaying many appealing styles and variations. Cribbage boards of war and peace, with 61 and 121 point scoring, and on which pegs follow the straight and narrow or meander across the board in innovative street designs all are featured here. Also a history of the game and of the American companies that have produced cribbage boards such as H. Baron Co., E.S. Lowe, Milton Bradley, and Whitman Publishing is provided. Pictured and discussed are boards created from exotic materials including ivory and bone, and methods for determining the age of heirloom boards. Rounding out the presentation are cribbage board values and an extensive bibliography. A must for card game lovers, gamblers, and collectors alike.

• Cribbage Reinvented
• Play Winning Cribbage
• Cribbage d'Etroit
• Lake Superior Cribbage
• Cribbage Boards 1863-1998
• The Cribbage Generation Is Here
• All About Cribbage
• Cribbage for Kids
• Cribbage Is the Name of the Game
• How to Play Cribbage Well
• Key to Cribbage