{"product_id":"great-mahjong-book-history-lore-and-play-paperback","title":"Great Mahjong Book: History, Lore, and Play - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJelte Rep\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eJelte Rep\u003c\/b\u003e (Translator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaster the game of Mahjong while learning about its legends and history with this entertaining and useful guide.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAn excellent way to learn Mahjong or \"Mah Jongg\"--\u003ci\u003eThe Great Mahjong Book\u003c\/i\u003e is the perfect resource for beginner or experienced mahjong players. Richly illustrated and easy to follow with detailed instructions and clear examples, it can help all players improve their game. Mahjong beginners get a solid introduction to the rules and equipment they need to get started, while better players will find invaluable tips for mastering the game. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Great Mahjong Book\u003c\/i\u003e also includes the entire history of Mahjong as it spread around the globe, the equipment and accessories used in the game, basic rules, how and where the game first developed and all the international variants of Mahjong--including China, the U.S., Holland, the U.K., France, Germany, Italy, Japan and Hong Kong. Filled with hints, fun facts and numerous illustrations of memorabilia and artifacts, this authoritative and thoroughly enjoyable book is a perfect gift for anyone interested in this ancient and beguiling game. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eMahjong players love the game because it's colorful, exotic, and fun! Whether you're a first time player or a pro, \u003ci\u003eThe Great Mahjong Book\u003c\/i\u003e is a perfect companion to the wide world of Mahjong.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAuthor \u003cb\u003eJelte Rep\u003c\/b\u003e is a passionate proponent of the Game of the Thousand Miracles, researching its history, equipment, playing variants and cultural artifacts. In addition to teaching mahjong and organizing mahjong tournaments, Rep spends his time filming documentaries and writing dramas for television.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 224\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.9 x 8.9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e December 15, 2006\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51757624295712,"sku":"9780804837194","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/b37542168228cc13ae4a6e408c8b2c17.webp?v=1780107117","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/great-mahjong-book-history-lore-and-play-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}