Points Schmoints! - Bergen's Winning Bridge Secrets

Price: $31.95 CDN

Category: Books
Author: Marty Bergen

202 pages - Hard Cover
1995 (Most recent printing 1998) - Magnus Books
ISBN: 0-9637533-2-0

Front Cover:

Points Schmoints! - Bergen's Winning Bridge Secrets

"Marty Bergen's latest book is a marvelous collection of helpful tips and entertaining stories - a book that you will refer to for years to come. Don't miss it" - Omar Sharif

Back Cover:

A dynamic new approach to bridge.

Here, collected in one delightful volume, are more than 65 gems, guaranteed to increase your enjoyment of bridge and your ability to win. Marty Bergen shares the secrets that have led to 10 national championships. With elegant style and refreshing simplicity, Marty reveals:

• The Rule of 20 -- a reliable yardstick for opening the bidding
• When not to play second-hand low
• How to count trumps the right way
• You do not always need eight points to bid Stayman
• The scoop on doubles -- the most important call in bridge
• Winning declarers do not grab tricks, they develop them
• Finesses are overrated
• and a whole lot more!

"Who better to share his refreshing approach than one of the game's best teachers? Marty Bergen's love of teaching and passion for the game can be seen in every anecdote and tip. Points Schmoints will be eagerly devoured by students and teachers alike"
- Ginny Schuett, President, 1993-95 American Bridge Teachers Association

"Marty Bergen is the best thing that ever happened to my bridge game. His easy-going approach allows the most insecure player to feel totally comfortable. I can't imagine taking lessons from anyone else"'
- Jane Stem, Long Island, NY - A very satisfied student

"Points Schmoints is THE bridge book of your dreams. Superb hands are accompanied by an intriguing collection of quotes. Those who are nor yet familiar with Marty's storytelling and unique sense of humor are in for a real treat"
- Larry Cohen, bridge expert and author of The Law of Total Tricks