Pool and Billiards For Dummies

“Pool and Billiards For Dummies” by Nicholas Leider, published by John Wiley & Sons on March 8, 2010, is a comprehensive guide designed for players of all skill levels. This 384-page book provides practical, step-by-step tips covering a range of popular games, including Snooker, Carom, and 8- or 9-Ball. It discusses essential aspects such as the rules and strategies of play, setting up a pool room, and selecting the right equipment, all illustrated with numerous photos and line drawings.
Readers will find detailed instructions on various techniques, including how to strike the cue ball effectively, the proper angle for holding the cue stick, and the application of spin. The book also delves into advanced pool techniques and trick shots, catering to both novices and seasoned players. With its hands-on approach, “Pool and Billiards For Dummies” serves as a valuable resource for anyone looking to enhance their skills in pool, billiards, and snooker.
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Practical, step-by-step tips for players of all levels
From Snooker to Carom to good-old-fashioned 8- or 9-Ball, Pool & Billiards For Dummies reveals the tips, tricks, and rules of play, covering the variety of the ever-popular games that make up pool and billiards. This hands-on guide discusses everything from the rules and strategies of the games to how to set up a pool room to choosing the right equipment, and is accompanied by dozens of photos and line drawings.
- See how hard to hit the cue ball and where to hit it, the angle to hold the cue stick and how much chalk to use, how to use a bridge, and how to put spin on the ball
- Includes advanced pool techniques and trick shots for the seasoned pool sharp
With Pool & Billiards For Dummies, even a novice can play like a champion!
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