The Great Mahjong Book: History, Lore, and Play

"The Great Mahjong Book" the perfect resource for beginner or experienced mahjong players. This comprehensive handbook covers the entire history of mahjong as it spread around the globe, on the equipment and accessories used in the game, basic rules, how and where the game first developed and all the international variants of mahjong--including China, the U.S., Holland, the U.K., France, Germany, Italy, Japan and Hong Kong. Filled with hints, fun facts and numerous illustrations of memorabilia and artifacts, this authoritative and thoroughly enjoyable book is a perfect gift for anyone interested in this ancient and beguiling game.