The Encyclopedia of Games

An invaluable book for every household, The Encyclopedia of Games is an exhaustive guide to indoor and outdoor games that will be used by all the family, no matter what their age, ability or interests. Over 140 games are covered, with many variations described. The games are clearly divided into separate sections, including card games, word games, board games and outdoor games, and cover everything from familiar old favourites such as Tiddlywinks to exotic games like Alquerque (an ancient board game from Asia).

With every game there is a short introduction covering its origins and history, details on the number of players required, an indication of the degree of difficulty, and a summary of the rules and aims of the game. The main text for each entry explains how to play the game, with easy-to-follow instructions that can be understood by even the complete beginner, plus, where relevant, advice on developing tactics and strategy. Simple artworks illustrate the text throughout and make The Encyclopedia of Games a comprehensive and accessible guide to popular games.