A Beginner's Guide to American Mah Jongg (9780804838788)

Learn the fascinating game of American Mahjong with this expert guide.

This affordable best-selling book is one of the only available game strategy guides specifically geared toward American Mahjong (Mah Jongg) and follows the official National Mah Jongg League rules. Offering first-time players an easy-to-follow guide to this complex game, A Beginner's Guide to American Mah Jongg includes simple, easy-to-follow instructions and clear diagrams to walk the reader through each step of the game, including how to select a hand, how to play and how to develop winning strategies. A key feature is the color text which shows various hands and tiles.

This Mahjong guide includes:

• Step-by-step instructions for gameplay.
• Hands-on "Do It" exercises
• Tips and quizzes for natural learning
• Mahjong background and history
• An explanation of tile symbolism
• Glossary of Mahjong terms

A Beginner's Guide to American Mah Jongg is the perfect guide for all skill levels to learn Mahjong—from Mahjong beginners to pros.


About the Author:
Elaine Sandberg was a Mah Jongg instructor for many years. She taught American Mah Jongg for Holland America Cruise Lines and classes in the Los Angeles area.