501 Essential Backgammon Problems - Softcover

Robertie, Bill

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1580421385 ISBN 13: 9781580421386

Publisher: Cardoza Publishing,U.S., 2004

Synopsis

This comprehensive backgammon book challenges the reader with 501 essential problems to transform him into a thinking, aggressive pro-level player. Strategies and situation cover every aspect of the game, from playing positions to doubling maneuvers. Everything is carefully explained and illustrated so that the reader understands all the concepts.

About this title

Synopsis

This is the most detailed guide ever written on winning backgammon strategies. Robertie shows how top players think, how they plan their strategy from the opening roll, and how they react to decisive opportunities. Twenty-one chapters cover every part of the game, from the opening roll to the art of endgame settlements. You will learn when to attack blots, how to master the blitz, about anchors, primes, crunched positions, mastering a race, calculating bearoffs, the back game, checker play problems, doubling decisions, and much more. A must read for all serious players. Thirty-one chapters cover every party of the game, from the opening roll to the art of endgame settlements.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cardoza Publishing,U.S.
• Publication date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1580421385
• ISBN 13: 9781580421386
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 360