This book is a collection of vintage articles on the subject of billiards, with information on a variety of subjects ranging from holding the cue to ""topping"" the ball. Carefully selected for a modern readership, these timeless articles will be of considerable utility to both novice and experienced player alike. Contents include: ""The Meaning of Good Billiards,"" ""Some Useful Hints for a Start,"" ""The Right Temperament,"" ""Billiards Don'ts,"" ""Mode of Scoring,"" Preliminary Hints: The Stance: Cueing: The Bridge,"" ""Preliminary Practice: Holding the Cue, and Freedom,"" ""Striking the Ball: The Half-Ball Shot,"" ""General Strokes for a Beginner,"" etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on snooker, pool, and billiards. | Billiards - A Concise Look at the Sport with Useful Hints and Tips for the Beginner by Various, Paperback | Indigo Chapters