I D J Sweet THE ELEMENTS OF DRAUGHTS OR A BEGINNERS SURE GUIDE c1872 Illustrated Checkers Game Model Games Openings Diagrams Positions End-Games Board Game New York Clipper Theory Paynes Rule

Title: The Elements of Draughts; Or, Beginners' Sure Guide: Containing a Thorough and Minute Exposition of Every Principle, Separately Explained: Together with Model Games, Illustrative of All the Openings. Illustrated by Diagrams: Exhibiting Critical Positions, to be Won or Drawn by Scientific Play
Author: I. D. J. Sweet
Publisher: Robert M. De Witt, Publisher
City: New York
Year: c1872
Binding Style: Hardcover
Pagination: 108 pages, plus advertisements
Width: 4.75" Height: 6.75"
Book Details: This antique volume is bound in pictorial paper covered boards with cloth spine cover. A 19th-century guide to the game of checkers, this text contains a publisher's notice, a preface by the author and a table of contents. This work explains the basics and replays of a number of noteworthy games. The work is adorned with diagrams of game boards.
Condition / Notes: This antique volume displays some typical indications of age and wear, including rubbing and edgewear. The text block is cracked, however the binding is intact. The text is clear and legible through light age toning/foxing.

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