Spades is the most popular partnership card game in America, and is also the number one game on the Internet. It's easy to learn, but don't let the simplicity of the rules fool you. The Complete Win at Spades covers all aspects of the game -- from basic elements to advanced technique. You will become an accomplished player and be ready for 'live' tournaments or Internet events. Expert player Joe Andrews combines the best of his two earlier books on Spades. He covers all the bases. You will learn: The rules and laws of Spades; Evaluating and bidding of the hand; Defensive strategy; 'Bagging' opponents; Playing and covering 'nil' bids; Variations of the game.

In telling Fortunes by Cards—as in all games in which they are employed—the Ace ranks highest in value. Then comes the King, followed by the Queen, Knave, Ten, Nine, Eight, and Seven; these being generally the only cards used. The order, and comparative value of the different suits, is as follows:—First on the list stand "Clubs," as they mostly portend happiness; and—no matter how numerous, or how accompanied—are rarely or never of bad augury. Next come "Hearts," which usually signify joy, liberality, or good temper; "Diamonds," on the contrary, denote delay, quarrels, and annoyance; and "Spades"—the worst suit of all—grief, sickness, and loss of money. We are of course speaking generally, as, in many cases, the position of cards entirely changes their signification; their individual and relative meaning being often widely different. Thus, for example, the King of Hearts, the Nine of Hearts, and the Nine of Clubs, respectively signify, a liberal man, joy, and success in love, but change their position, by placing the King between the two nines, and you would read that a man, then rich and happy, would be ere long consigned to a prison!

Lost in Love? Let an ordinary deck of playing cards uncover your romantic destiny. Regardless of whether you’re wondering about the cute divorcé in the next office, working through an issue with your longtime partner, or convinced last night’s blind date may really be the one, here is your guide to the laws of love. Using a deck of playing cards and The Oracle of Love, anyone can learn how to spread out the cards and read them like a pro. The Oracle of Love will help single women: • Size up the character of the new men in their lives • Predict the future of new alliances • Determine what went wrong in past relationships And it will show women in established relationships how to: • Better understand their partners • Enjoy the many phases—including the ups and downs—of longtime unions • Deepen the love and compassion between them Whether you’re well versed in the ancient wisdom of the cards, a newcomer to divination, or simply a seeker of answers, The Oracle of Love offers an accessible and fun glimpse into your romantic future.

This short book on fortune telling, is an essential read if you want to learn about cartomancy. Within it’s pages it covers a diverse amount of methods for classic styles of reading. There is a short two-chapter section at the end about the Tarot. Described are several different spreads, including the 32-card method, the French and Italian methods, the Grand Star, and Etteilla's Tarot spread. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing many of these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Since the beginning of time, human beings have endeavored to understand the forces of fate through many imaginative and mystical means. Presenting an exciting guide to help comprehend the future for anyone curious about what fate has in store for them. Contents include: How to Tell Fortunes by Cards. Good and Bad Omens. Weather Omens. Hymen's Lottery. List of Unlucky Days (Males) List of Unlucky Days (Females) List of Days Usually Considered Fortunate. St. Agnes' Day Napoleon's Oraculum; or, Book of Fate. Oraculum.

This book develops the theory of probability and mathematical statistics with the goal of analyzing real-world data. Throughout the text, the R package is used to compute probabilities, check analytically computed answers, simulate probability distributions, illustrate answers with appropriate graphics, and help students develop intuition surrounding probability and statistics. Examples, demonstrations, and exercises in the R programming language serve to reinforce ideas and facilitate understanding and confidence. The book’s Chapter Highlights provide a summary of key concepts, while the examples utilizing R within the chapters are instructive and practical. Exercises that focus on real-world applications without sacrificing mathematical rigor are included, along with more than 200 figures that help clarify both concepts and applications. In addition, the book features two helpful appendices: annotated solutions to 700 exercises and a Review of Useful Math. Written for use in applied masters classes, Probability and Mathematical Statistics: Theory, Applications, and Practice in R is also suitable for advanced undergraduates and for self-study by applied mathematicians and statisticians and qualitatively inclined engineers and scientists.

For hundreds of years, men and women have been peering into the future using playing cards, trying to catch a glimpse of what is going on in the world, and what is to come. Now, with the aid of this book, YOU can learn the mysterious secrets of mediums, mystics, and gypsy seers who can see beyond the curve of TODAY into the strange, unsettling world of TOMORROW. Find out about love, life, money, health, fortune, and more! Read Telling Fortunes by Playing Cards! and join the ranks of those who see beyond! Perfect for parties, or learning the secrets of card reading for personal or professional reasons.