All about Billiards and How to Pot Contributor(s): Peall, Arthur F. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1443734578 ISBN-13: 9781443734578 Publisher: Pomona Press
Binding Type: Hardcover - See All Available Formats & Editions Published: November 2008 Annotation: Originally published in the 1930s. Every stroke discussed and advised on in this book has been played and measured by the author who was the finest billiards instructor of his day. The numerous diagrams and photographs will prove of inestimable value to all who are keen on improving their game. Contents Include: Playing Conditions Ball Contact Cannons Safety Play Use of Side Screw and Side Angles Spectacular Strokes Common Faults Losing Hazards Ball to Ball Contact How to Pot Billiard Knowledge etc. Keywords: Safety Play Cannons Billiards Billiard 1930s Faults Angles Strokes Keen Screw Stroke Pot Photographs Contact Game |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Sports & Recreation | Pool, Billiards, Snooker |
Physical Information: 0.75" H x 5.5" W x 8.5" L (1.10 lbs) 276 pages |
Features: Illustrated |
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Publisher Description: This antiquarian book contains a complete introductory guide to billiards, with information on striking the ball, different strokes and techniques, ball control, common faults, and much more. This easy-to-digest guide is full of useful tips and helpful illustrations, and is highly recommended for those looking to hone their snooker or pool skills. The chapters of his book include: Concerning Playing Conditions, How to Strike a Billiard Ball, Where to Hit a Billiard Ball, Ball-To-Ball Contacts, More Ball-To-Ball Contacts, Something About Cannons, Losing Hazards, Winning Hazards, More About Cannons, Billiard Knowledge, etcetera. This vintage text is being republished now in an affordable, modern, high quality edition - complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on billiards, pool and snooker." |
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