{"product_id":"pool-billiards-for-dummies-paperback","title":"Pool \u0026 Billiards for Dummies - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eNicholas Leider\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePractical, step-by-step tips for players of all levels\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrom Snooker to Carom to good-old-fashioned 8- or 9-Ball, \u003ci\u003ePool \u0026amp; Billiards For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSee 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\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes advanced pool techniques and trick shots for the seasoned pool sharp\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith \u003ci\u003ePool \u0026amp; Billiards For Dummies, \u003c\/i\u003e even a novice can play like a champion \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePractical, step-by-step tips for players of all levels\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrom snooker to carom to good, old-fashioned 8- or 9-ball, Pool \u0026amp; 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 your very own poolroom.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eGearing up -- find, buy, and maintain the cue that's best for you and accessorize your game with chalk, racks, lights, and triangles\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eGet schooled on the fundamentals of pool -- find out how to build a solid stance; get a feel for aiming; and create a dependable, consistent stroke\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eControl the cue ball -- discover how to control the movement of the cue ball to make stop shots and incorporate topspin, backspin, and sidespin\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eTake your best shot -- follow instructions on tackling common shots, eyeing combinations, and playing offensively and defensively\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eOh, the games you'll play -- get the rules and strategies for playing 8-ball, 9-ball, multiplayer games, and professionals' games\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eOpen the book and find: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe differences between pool and billiards\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eGame-winning strategies no matter what version of the game is played\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eHelpful diagrams and photos\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrills for all skills\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eGames to measure your progress\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe etiquette of pool\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoverage of the Ghost Ball System\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe secrets of creating a powerful break shot\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eTips on finding the right cue for you\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eLearn to: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlay by the rules and develop game-winning strategies for the most popular games\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eHold the stick correctly and hit the cue ball properly\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlay like a champion regardless of your experience\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerform trick shots to amaze your friends\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNicholas Leider is Managing Editor of Billiards Digest magazine, for which he continues to write extensively on billiards play and game strategy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 384\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8 x 9.28 x 7.38 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 08, 2010\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52407037559089,"sku":"9780470565537","price":31.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/3486\/5969\/files\/MmFWT29WU25vcHRwWEpkT01GSHpHdz09.webp?v=1768950273","url":"https:\/\/www.welibooks.com\/products\/pool-billiards-for-dummies-paperback","provider":"Welibooks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}