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Croquet (1863)

Croquet (1863)

Reid, Mayne

Hardcover

Fiction AnthologiesGeneral Board GamesGeneral Card Games

ISBN10: 1168682584
ISBN13: 9781168682581
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 50
Weight: 0.54
Height: 0.25 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Croquet is a book written by Mayne Reid in 1863, which provides a comprehensive guide to the game of croquet. The book covers the history of croquet, the rules of the game, and the equipment required to play. The author also provides detailed instructions on how to set up a croquet court and how to play the game, including various strategies and techniques.Reid's book is aimed at both beginners and experienced players, with clear and concise instructions that are easy to follow. The author also includes illustrations and diagrams throughout the book to help readers better understand the game.The book begins with a brief history of croquet, tracing its origins back to the 17th century in France. Reid then goes on to describe the different types of croquet equipment, including mallets, balls, and hoops.The bulk of the book is dedicated to the rules of the game, which Reid explains in detail. He covers everything from how to set up the court to how to score points. He also provides tips and strategies for playing the game, such as how to hit the ball accurately and how to position oneself on the court.Overall, Croquet is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning about the game of croquet. With its clear instructions and helpful illustrations, it is an excellent guide for beginners and a useful reference for experienced players.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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