Author : Robert B. Ewen
Publisher :
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 38,37 MB
Release : 1970
Category : Contract bridge
ISBN : 9780709036920
This is a comprehensive treatment of the most important single aspect of contract bridge - the opening lead. The advice is presented by the use of illustrated games, backed with the reasoning behind each move.
Author : David Bird
Publisher :
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 37,17 MB
Release : 2012
Category : Games
ISBN : 9781554947690
Winning Notrump Leads was a ground-breaking and very well-received book that used the power of computers to determine which opening leads work best against a variety of auctions at notrump. Using enhanced software, the authors now turn their attention to suit contracts. They generate millions of random deals, retaining those that match the chosen auction, for example 1S-2S-4S. By playing these deals automatically against each of the 13 possible opening leads from a given hand, they are able to discover which lead is most likely to beat the contract (also the best lead at matchpoint pairs). The authors provide insightful commentary to each result, answering timeless questions such as: When should I lead a trump? When is a doubleton a good opening lead? Should I lead differently against a partscore? Should I make an aggressive or a passive lead? Should I lead an ace against a small slam? Which leads work best against a grand slam? By using the number-crunching computer power available nowadays, there is no longer any need to rely on general opening-lead guidelines passed down by our ancestors. We think you will be surprised by many of the discoveries made during this investigation! DAVID BIRD (top) and TAF ANTHIAS were contemporaries at Cambridge University, both reading mathematics. They carried out research and development on software systems for over 30 years at IBM's UK Laboratories. In the 1970s they formed a successful bridge partnership, winning a number of national events. David is now one of the world's top bridge writers with 116 books to his name. Taf moved on to the USA, where he became a vice president of Cisco Systems. They have joined forces on this ground-breaking book.
Author : Audrey Grant
Publisher : Audrey Grant Better Bridge
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,57 MB
Release : 2012-03
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9780939460397
"It's generally accepted that defense is the most difficult part of the game. Audrey's latest book takes a look at defending against notrump contracts with a focus on the opening lead and how it impacts the subsequent defense. The book covers: the oldest maxim, fourth highest from longest and strongest...and why it has stood the test of time; when to lead partner's suit...and which card to lead; why you should avoid leading the opponents' suit...and what to do if you can't; what to lead from a sequence...and why it matters; when to lead the 'top of nothing'; when it's time to 'take the tricks and run'; there are 16 practice deals. The book is for the advancing player."--Publisher's description.
Author : Easley Blackwood
Publisher : Baron Barclay Bridge Supplies
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 33,68 MB
Release : 2006-03-28
Category : Bridge whist
ISBN : 9780910791052
The most comprehensive book ever written on opening leads. Almost every situation imaginable is presented with a wealth of examples from world championship play.
Author : Charlene Li
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 36,53 MB
Release : 2010-04-27
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0470636696
An essential guide for leaders who want to use social media to be "open" while maintaining control "Be Open, Be Transparent, Be Authentic" are the current leadership mantras-but companies often push back. Business is premised on the concept of control and yet the new world order demands openness-leaders do not know how to be open and be in control. This must-have resource will help the modern leader understand how to lead in the new open world-where blogging, twittering, facebooking, and digging are becoming the norm. the author lays out the steps that leaders must take to transform their organizations and themselves into being "open" -and exactly what that will mean. Shows how to use social media to become an open organization Offers basic advice for leaders who are adapting to the new era of openness in the marketplace The author Charlene Li is one of the foremost experts on social media and technologies In easy-to-understand language, this book will help leaders orient themselves to social networking and other technological advances.
Author : Tom Harper
Publisher : B&H Publishing Group
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 37,88 MB
Release : 2010
Category : Christian leadership
ISBN : 0805444424
Tom R. Harper gathers and expounds on 66 business principles-one from each book of the BibleÑthat have inspired best-practice leadership for thousands of years.
Author : Mike Lawrence
Publisher : Baron Barclay Bridge Supplies
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 20,24 MB
Release : 2013-01-16
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9780939460700
This revised and expanded edition examines bridge auctions where the opponents bid something and you have the opportunity to either let them have it or to balance. The cost of not balancing can be huge, but you must weigh the cost of passing against the cost of bidding and getting a bad result. Lawrence's discussion of hand evaluation and planning a balancing auction goes beyond generic rules. Hundreds of examples help you develop judgment
Author : Anna Kim
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 21 pages
File Size : 27,85 MB
Release : 2020-07-07
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0451478916
An Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature Honor Book Meet Danbi, the new girl at school! Danbi is thrilled to start her new school in America. But a bit nervous too, for when she walks into the classroom, everything goes quiet. Everyone stares. Danbi wants to join in the dances and the games, but she doesn't know the rules and just can't get anything right. Luckily, she isn't one to give up. With a spark of imagination, she makes up a new game and leads her classmates on a parade to remember! Danbi Leads the School Parade introduces readers to an irresistible new character. In this first story, she learns to navigate her two cultures and realizes that when you open your world to others, their world opens up to you.
Author : Ari Weinzweig
Publisher : Zingerman's Press
Page : 361 pages
File Size : 14,67 MB
Release : 2010-10-15
Category :
ISBN : 0989349403
The first in a series of books by Zingerman's co-founding partner Ari Weinzweig examines the basic building blocks of the culture and structure we know now as Zingerman's. These approaches are applicable whether you're running a law office, a library, a restaurant, a record label, a software firm, or an organic farm. They are the behind-the-scenes "secret" stuff that goes into making a very special, sustainable business of any kind. Inc. Magazine calls it one of the Best Books for Business Owners.
Author : Doug Moran
Publisher : Agate Publishing
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 17,87 MB
Release : 2011-06-07
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 193284158X
"Management guide that uses Rudyard Kipling's poem "If--" to define leadership qualities. Uses great leaders of the past as examples of these leadership principals"--Provided by publisher.
