{"product_id":"falsecards-by-mike-lawrence-rare-books","title":"Falsecards by Mike Lawrence [rare books]","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"77\"\u003eBook Summary – \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"155\"\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=\"12\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eFalsecards\u003c\/em\u003e is a definitive guide to deliberately misleading plays in the card game bridge—plays that are entirely legal and strategically sound. A \"falsecard\" is a card played to deceive opponents about your strength, length, or suit preference. Mike Lawrence explores deceptive tactics from both defenders and declarers, showing how subtle plays—like underleading an ace, playing a small card to suggest weakness, or misrepresenting suit length—can dramatically shift the outcome. The book is packed with real-world hand examples, theories behind the deception, and practical advice that’s especially valuable for intermediate to advanced players seeking to outthink opponents at every trick\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"233\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIn its revised second edition (2014), Lawrence introduces fresh material and updated strategies not found in the original publication. Chapters are organized by type of deceptive play—defensive falsecards, opening leads, declarer falsecards at Trick 1, around the trump suit, or mid‑hand—allowing readers to build a toolkit of tactical illusions. The tone is authoritative yet accessible, enriched with illustrated hands and insightful commentary to help readers elevate their decision-making with finesse and creative planning\u003c\/span\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"263\"\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"675\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"282\"\u003eMike Lawrence\u003c\/strong\u003e (born May 28, 1940), an American bridge legend, is both a world-class player and an influential author. As an original member of the Dallas Aces, he helped lead the U.S. to Bermuda Bowl victories in 1970 and 1971, and later won again in 1987. In total, he holds 3 world titles and 18 national championships, placing him among the elite in bridge history .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"753\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eAfter an early career shift from chemistry to full-time bridge, Lawrence became a renowned teacher and prolific writer. He’s credited with over thirty seminal books—many prized for clarity, insight, and contribution to modern bidding theory, including development of the 2\/1 game-forcing system. His works, such as \u003cem data-start=\"315\" data-end=\"350\"\u003eHow to Read Your Opponent's Cards\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"355\" data-end=\"387\"\u003eThe Complete Book on Overcalls\u003c\/em\u003e, are considered indispensable for serious players. \u003cem data-start=\"439\" data-end=\"451\"\u003eFalsecards\u003c\/em\u003e stands out as a classic in its own right under his authorship\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clapping Pages","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":45255613186234,"sku":"354WFWEM9-Used","price":49.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5576\/0826\/files\/9999_2d6d1dfb-1c21-4186-bbac-5394fa16bc00.jpg?v=1761620731","url":"https:\/\/clappingpages.com\/products\/falsecards-by-mike-lawrence-rare-books","provider":"Clapping Pages","version":"1.0","type":"link"}