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A thrilling middle grade fantasy about a girl who must participate in a deadly game with a ragtag team of players to save her grandfather from a terrible fate--perfect for fans of James Riley and Shannon Messenger! In the opulent, sinking city of Dantessa, the Great Game rules all. Pia Paro believes that so long as you follow the rules, you always have a chance at winning. But after her beloved Gramps is sentenced to a life of servitude, Pia accepts...
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A Chessplayer's Pot-Pourri' offers engaging reading material for chess enthusiasts searching for some light-hearted enjoyment relating to the fascinating board game. This many-faceted book presents readers with intriguing insights and amusing anecdotes reflecting the ideas and experiences of chess players from all ability levels. Included are authoritative articles, challenging chess positions, humorous dialogues, interesting historical content and...
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Is this a great country or what?
You can bet on the turn of the card or a roll of the dice, but also on the NFL, the NCAA, and which Olsen twin marries first. We bet $80 billion a year, the amount growing wildly as more and more people gain access to this huge American wheel of fortune. No longer quarantined in Las Vegas, gambling has become as local and convenient as our neighborhood cineplex. If there's not a casino around the corner, there's one...
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This book, is two books in one, and it gives you a complete and comprehensive guide to betting on sports and playing poker. You will find helpful advice, as well as a proven formula for success, all within the pages of this well researched guide. If you need extra money, or just want to improve your odds, then read this book today.
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Reta a tu familia o amigos a jugar a los detectives.Sólo tú sabrás la solución.Recopilación de 30 casos de intriga que se pueden resolver de forma individual o en grupo.La forma más divertida de aprender a ser un experto investigador.Los docentes encontrarán en él un excelente material didáctico.Todo empieza con la lectura de un enunciado como este: Un hombre se levanta de la cama. Está vestido con un traje muy elegante y también está...
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More than 30 new cases of intrigue that can be solved individually or in groups. I propose you a game that will enthral you and your friends or family. It all starts with the reading of a statement like this: A man gets out of bed. He is dressed in a very elegant suit and is also wearing his shoes. Half asleep, he looks at himself in the mirror, touches his clothes, sees a picture of his whole family, and runs like crazy and jumps off his...
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Cocos2d for iPhone is a robust but simple-to-use 2D game framework for iPhone. If you are just starting with game programming, cocos2d will enable you to make your first game in no time. Even if you are a seasoned game developer, you will still be able to benefit from what it offers. Yet beginning with cocos2d for iPhone may be an arduous task without a proper guide.
Cocos2d for iPhone 0.99 Beginner's Guide will help you to learn how to make games...
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Viola Reyes is annoyed. Her painstakingly crafted tabletop game campaign was shot down, her best friend is suggesting she try being more "likable," and her school's star running back Jack Orsino is the most lackadaisical Student Body President she's ever seen, which makes her job as VP that much harder. Vi's favorite escape from the world is the MMORPG Twelfth Knight, but online spaces aren't exactly kind to girls like her--girls who are extremely...
9) Puzzled
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From French spies to Flemish painters, Lincoln's beard to beer can patents, child labour laws to the Great Depression – Puzzled is not your typical history book. This is a captivating and colourful journey through the history of jigsaw puzzles, over time and around the world.Puzzled tracks the evolution of the jigsaw puzzle from expensive collectibles available only to society's elite, to a mass-produced commodity enjoyed by millions the world over....
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Each of the 50 cards in this conversation deck is printed with two reading-themed questions (100 questions total). Some invoke books that are tied to memories (name your favorite childhood picture book); others prompt you to choose ideal reading material for a hypothetical situation (if you were stranded on a desert island, what book would you want with you?). Some of them aim to get people comparing their favorite (and not-so-favorite) characters...
11) The History of Video Games Through the Best Anecdotes - Volume 1: The Origin of Video Games and t
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DO YOU WANT TO KNOW HOW THE FIRST VIDEO GAMES ORIGINATED IN A FUN AND ENTERTAINING WAY THROUGH THEIR MOST INTERESTING ANECDOTES? Did you know that the first video game was programmed even before computers appeared? What relationship did World War II have with the origin of the first video games? The first virtual games were not made to be sold, but were scientific experiments, and this gave rise to interesting anecdotes. In these pages you will discover...
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Whether you're an American Mah Jongg newbie or an intermediate player looking to gain an edge over your opponents, American Mah Jongg for Everyone is the perfect book to help you start practicing your game! Experienced international Mah Jongg instructors Gregg Swain and Toby Salk walk you through the basics of American Mah Jongg-introducing readers to the tiles, rituals, history, rules and winning strategies of the game. Using the humor, warmth and...
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The world's greatest card game awaits you.
Combining the strategic engagement of Bridge and the risk-taking swagger of Poker, Bid Whist has captivated luminaries like Justice Thurgood Marshall, Michael Jordan and Magic Johnson-and inspired a passionate following in Black American communities for generations.
Accessible to players of all ages and backgrounds, the fast-paced game sparks camaraderie and rewards teamwork worthy of the best jazz...
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Embark on an epic adventure into the immersive world of Roblox with "Roblox Unleashed: A Journey into the Metaverse." This interactive ebook guide is your ultimate companion to mastering the Roblox platform and unleashing your creativity. Whether you're a novice or an experienced player, this book provides a comprehensive exploration of Roblox's vast possibilities.Discover the origins and growth of Roblox, from its humble beginnings as a vision of...
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Le système de Londres est un système d'ouverture qui a gagné une popularité notable aussi bien parmi les grands maîtres que parmi les joueurs amateurs ces dernières années. Il existe plusieurs raisons principales à cette situation. La plus importante est probablement que, avec le soutien des programmes informatiques, la théorie des ouvertures est aujourd'hui incroyablement profonde, et les joueurs cherchent des moyens d'échapper à de longues...
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Sammy Reshevsky was a child prodigy who became a World Chess Championship contender. In this book, Correspondence Chess Master Marek Soszynski discusses Reshevsky's playing style, annotates 20 of his games (9 of them not in Gordon's Compendium) and adds contemporary newspaper accounts and other reports to give a full and frank picture of the ruthless American Grandmaster.
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El Sistema de Londres es un sistema de apertura que ha ganado notable popularidad tanto entre los grandes maestros como entre los jugadores amateurs en los últimos años. Existen varias razones principales para esta situación. Probablemente la más importante de ellas sea que, con el respaldo de programas informáticos, la teoría de aperturas hoy en día es increíblemente profunda, y los jugadores buscan formas de escapar de extensas preparaciones...
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"Discovering The Universe: Intriguing Space Facts" is a captivating and informative book that aims to take readers on a journey through the vast and mysterious expanse of space. Packed with fascinating facts and stunning visuals, this book is sure to spark curiosity and wonder in readers of all ages.Targeted at Problem Identification: One of the biggest challenges for individuals interested in space exploration is navigating the overwhelming amount...
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I'm a professional gambler. I discovered a revolutionary method to learn card counting!RC-4(Decks Played)/Decks Remaining = TC.Card Counting bottlenecks here! No more division! In all other systems you must calculate the TC (true count) in your head after each dealt hand. Daunting to do in a crowded, noisy casino. My revolutionary system reduces this formula to a single chart with a few strategic numbers to visualize and remember which will alert...
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You will learn how to play Tresette, Briscola, Sette e Mezza, and Orologio.I'll show you how to easily convert your standard deck of playing cards into the equivalent of an Italian deck of cards.Tresette and Briscola are trick taking games that can be played one on one or with partners.In Briscola it is illegal to signal your partner as to what cards you hold. That being said, it is a time honored tradition to signal your partner without the other...
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