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Summary: complete turnaround
Review: I just started playing spades [recently], and right now I am in the top 1000 out of over 820,000 rated player [at an online game site]. I read his book the first time back in November, and 3 times since then, and it has made an incredible difference in my game. This book is highly recommended by me for any level of spades player.
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Summary: Spades Nut
Review: I have read How not to lose at Spades and I give it a big thumbs up. I have learned a lot and I am sure I will learn more.
The book is easy to read "because of the large type" and that makes a big difference to us senior citizens. I pondered a long time before I purchased the book but now I'm glad I did. Kudos to Jack.
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Summary: If you lose at spades you NEED this book
Review: After acquiring "How not to lose at spades" I can honestly say my spades game has improved alot. The book is well presented, using a large font, it contains many examples of situations you will find yourself in during your games. The book is written with humour and is suitable for players of all levels of play. The chapters on "The Nil" and "Last hand bidding" are essential reading for every Spades player. In short, if you want to learn "How not to lose at spades" you NEED this book.
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Summary: Not Bad
Review: This book was pretty good. I would really like to recommend it to players learning the fundamentals. Strichman has done a good job of presenting the elementary aspects of Spades. However, if you are experienced, you might be a bit disappointed. The advanced situations and topics never seem to be covered. Perhaps this was the author's intent. I did disagree with some points, but overall I thought the advice was pretty decent. I'm still waiting on a new Spades book for the advanced player!Good job Strichman!
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Summary: Mr Galt got it right
Review: I play spades on line in the msn.com game room (the Zone) as Lions_Major. As the winner of many On Line Tournaments HOW NOT TO LOSE AT SPADES took me to a whole new level of play. Before reading this book. It seemed that I lost most of the close games. So many times it would come down to that last hand or one fatal mistake that would cost my partner and I the game...
One of my Lions teammates introduced me to John Galt Strichman the author of this great how to do it right book! HOW NOT TO LOSE AT SPADES is easy to read, direct to the point and
drives home winning strategies with great illustrations. If you are like I was sick and tired of loosing the close games. This book will help you win the games that seemed to get away. Best Regards and good hunting! Lions_Major
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Summary: My Thought On This Book
Review: This was a good book. I found many points to be insightful and educational. There were also some points that I disagreed with.
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Summary: INCOMPARABLE, EXCELLENT, AND SIMPLY THE BEST!
Review: "How Not To Lose At Spades" is absolute perfection! It covers every facet of the game of Spades through expert analysis and an aggressive approach. John Galt has "blown away" the Spades World with his writing style and approach to the game. Don't even think of any other Spades Book. It is like comparing the Master (John) to the Rookies! John starts with a superior bidding approach, and keeps the fire burning with topics such as End-Game Analysis, Trump Management (a new concept), and play of the hand. The beginner, intermedaie and advanced player will benefit from this easy-to-read book.
I have been playing for about four years, and thought that Spades was a simple game. Oh My God! Was I wrong! John really dazzled me with his treatise on how to make high-level bids. The only comment that I would make that even sounds negative is that John was way ahead of me. I advise others not to even consider the other Spades books. This one is for the experts, and those who want to become part of the Elite. Whether you play this fast-paced game for fun or you like the high-level competition, "How Not To Lose At Spades" will elevate your game.
John Galt's book presents Spades theory and strategy which is way ahead of its time. Trump management, opening leads, and bag-avoidance strategies are covered for the first time in detail never seen previously. Someday, the Spades Community will realize that this Book was the pioneering effort. Make the investment, and enjoy the dividends of great play!
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Summary: Absolutely A Must Have
Review: Anyone wanting to learn some hidden jewels of spades-strategy will be completely satisfied with How Not To Lose At Spades. I and my team mates have noticed a huge difference in my online Spades games since I've read this book. My ability to set opponents has also increased! I can't tell you how many times I've used some of this information to leave my opponents stunned and wondering how the heck that just happened! It's a great boost to be able to have a better idea of how a hand will play out also! I can't say enough about this book, buy it!!
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Summary: Spades players - you Must read this book!
Review: How Not to Lose at Spades is simply the best book ever written concerning the playing of a particular card game. I speak from experience, having read numerous "how to" books on games such as poker, blackjack, hearts, and even other books on spades. How Not to Lose at Spades stands out in my mind as the finest work in the field. It is clear from reading How Not to Lose at Spades that JohnGalt Strichman is an accomplished spades master. His love of the game also resonates throughout the book, and his use of humor is a welcome change from the dry prose of so many instructional texts. Players of all levels will benefit from How Not to Lose at Spades. The author provides insightful discussion of every aspect of the game through dozens of informative examples. Readers will learn, not just the "what" of winning spades, but, more importantly, the "how" and "why." If you want to become a better spades player, you MUST read this book. How Not to Lose at Spades has definitely improved my game. As it has for me, I predict that How Not to Lose at Spades will become your "spades bible," to be read and re-read, each time revealing new wisdom.
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Summary: Wonderfull Book
Review: i think this book is a must for every spade newbie, although i am playing spade tournies over the net for bout 2 years now i still learned from the book. it is easy to understand, well structured and very very funny to read. english is not my native language and i still had no problem to understand this book. i really would suggest this book to every spade player who want to proove their gaming skills.
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