The Gaming Table

Its Votaries and Victims

Andrew Steinmetz

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English

Anson Street Press
28 March 2025

Biography: general; Social research & statistics; Card games

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Delve into the fascinating world of chance and skill with ""The Gaming Table, Vol. 2,"" by Andrew Steinmetz. This volume offers a captivating exploration into the history of gambling, gaming, and card games. A rich blend of social history and biography, the book examines the role of ""the gaming table"" in society and culture.

Drawing from the fields of social science and personal narrative, Steinmetz provides unique insights into the statistics and stories surrounding this enduring human fascination. Whether you're interested in the intricacies of card games, or the broader social context of gaming, this historical text provides a valuable glimpse into the past. This meticulously prepared print edition offers a clear and accessible journey into the heart of gambling history.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

By: Andrew Steinmetz
Imprint: Anson Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 11mm
Weight: 286g
ISBN: 9781022935129
ISBN 10: 1022935127
Pages: 198
Publication Date: 28 March 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active