{"product_id":"dynamic-defense-by-mike-lawrence-rare-books","title":"Dynamic Defense by Mike Lawrence [rare books]","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"155\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"76\"\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"76\" data-end=\"79\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"25\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eFirst published in 1985\u003c\/em\u003e (later reissued in 2006), \u003cem data-start=\"52\" data-end=\"69\"\u003eDynamic Defense\u003c\/em\u003e offers an \"over-the-shoulder\" perspective on one of bridge’s most challenging aspects—defensive play. Through \u003cstrong data-start=\"180\" data-end=\"208\"\u003e65 real tournament hands\u003c\/strong\u003e, Lawrence walks readers from the opening bid through the defense’s conclusion, explaining his reasoning at each step. The focus lies firmly on expert decision-making: inferring declarer’s distribution, choosing opening leads, interpreting partner signals, and planning a cohesive defensive strategy. Readers gain insight into how a skilled defender processes clues—from bids to card behavior—and converts that into winning defense. The book is especially praised among intermediate and advanced players for its clarity, thoroughness, and rare deep dive into what typically remains behind the scenes\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"160\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"276\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"197\"\u003eAbout the Author: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"200\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMike Lawrence\u003c\/strong\u003e is a legendary American bridge player, teacher, and prolific author with more than 25 books to his name. A founding member of the famed Dallas Aces, he helped clinch three Bermuda Bowl championships (1970, 1971, and 1987) and holds numerous North American titles, including multiple Vanderbilt and Reisinger wins. Beyond his competitive success, Lawrence is a respected columnist (for \u003cem data-start=\"399\" data-end=\"416\"\u003eBridge Bulletin\u003c\/em\u003e) and educator whose writing is celebrated for blending theory with practical insight. \u003cem data-start=\"503\" data-end=\"520\"\u003eDynamic Defense\u003c\/em\u003e exemplifies his signature style—deep analytical clarity, real-life examples, and an emphasis on cultivating strategic habits rather than rote rules\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clapping Pages","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":45255610990778,"sku":"354A5HHQ9-Used","price":49.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5576\/0826\/files\/dgggggggg.jpg?v=1761620731","url":"https:\/\/clappingpages.com\/products\/dynamic-defense-by-mike-lawrence-rare-books","provider":"Clapping Pages","version":"1.0","type":"link"}