Card games offer loads of fun and one of the best socializing experiences out there. But picking up winning card strategies is a bit of a challenge, and though your buddies may think that picking up the rules of the game is easy, winning is a totally different story. With "Card Games For Dummies, Second Edition", you'll not only be able to play the hottest card games around, you can also apply game-winning strategies and tips to have fun and beat your opponents. Now updated, this hands-on guide shows you everything you need to know - the basics, the tricks, and the techniques - to become a master card player, with expanded coverage on poker as well as online gaming and tournaments.Soon you will have the card-playing power to: pin down your opponents in Texas Hold'em; show off your power in Stud Poker; hit wisely in Blackjack; break hearts ruthlessly in Hearts; mix up the night with Gin and Rummy; build yourself a victory in Bridge; and send them fishing in Go Fish. This straightforward, no-nonsense guide features great ways to improve your game and have more fun, as well as a list of places to find out more about your favorite game.
It also profiles different variations of each game, making you a player for all seasons!

Foreword by: Omar Sharif