‘Canasta’, the rummy-style card game, originated in South America and became popular in the 1940s, spreading to the United States around 1948. This vintage guidebook details the official rules, tactics and techniques involved for novices of Canasta, and would suit anyone with an interest in the game or its history. Contents include: Card Games - foreword - An introduction to Canasta for Those Who Never Have Played - official Rules of Canasta - Pointers On Canasta - Four-Hand Partnership - Two-Hand Canasta. Featuring the original text and illustrations, we are republishing this rare text in a high quality, modern and affordable edition, complete with a new introduction.

Includes Part 1A: Books and Part 1B: Pamphlets, Serials and Contributions to Periodicals

This antique book contains a detailed guide to learning and playing Canasta, and constitutes a quick way to learn this popular game with instructions for skillful play. Its exciting nuances, the possibility of obtaining a huge count, and the strategy of outwitting opponents by clever play make Canasta a card game that holds the interest from start to finish. Complete with simple descriptions and suggestions for strategic play and hints for the more advanced players, this text is ideal for any level of player and is not to be missed by the Canasta enthusiast. The chapters of this book include: 'Canasta', 'How Does Canasta Differ From Rummy?', 'Four-Handed Canasta', 'Scoring', 'General Instructions', 'Penalties', 'Terms Used In Canasta', 'Some Rules', and 'Strategy'. We are proud to republish this text here complete with a new introduction on card games.