Modern Billiards
A Complete Text-Book of the Game, Containing Plain and Practical Instructions How to Play and Acquire Skill at This Scientific AmusementBy Benjamin Garno
Length10h 9m
About this audiobook
In "Modern Billiards," Benjamin Garno presents a comprehensive exploration of the game that merges technical skill with strategic philosophy, set within the context of contemporary billiards culture. Garno employs an accessible yet scholarly style, blending meticulous analysis of gameplay mechanics with historical anecdotes and cultural references. The book is structured into thematic chapters, covering everything from basic techniques to the psychological intricacies of competition, while also reflecting on billiards' evolution through technological advancements and differing playing styles, making it a valuable reference for both novices and seasoned players alike. Benjamin Garno, an avid billiards enthusiast and seasoned player, brings a rich background in sports psychology and instructional design to his writing. His personal journey through competitive billiards, combined with academic expertise, fuels his passion for the sport and informs his practical insights. Drawing from both historical and modern perspectives, Garno effectively bridges the gap between traditional play and contemporary innovations, providing readers with a unique lens through which to appreciate the game. "Modern Billiards" is an essential read for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the sport, whether for personal development or as a means to appreciate the artistry involved. Garno engages the reader not just to play better, but to appreciate the nuances of this timeless game, making it a vital addition to any billiards enthusiast's library.
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GenreOther
Length10 hrs 9 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 4, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1INTRODUCTORY.
2HISTORICAL.
3BILLIARD APPLIANCES—THEIR CHOICE AND CARE.
4SIZE, SHAPE, AND STYLE.
5THE CLOTH.
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6THE CUES.
7CUE-LEATHERS.
8CHALK.
9THE CUSHIONS.
10THE MAGIC BALLS.
11ATTITUDE.
12SELECTION OF A CUE.
13CUE-LEATHERS.
14HOW TO HOLD THE CUE.
15AIM AND DELIVERY.
16THE CUE-BALL.
17PLATE I. EXPLANATION OF STRENGTH OF STROKE.
18PLATE II. CAROMS ILLUSTRATED.
19PLATE III. PLAIN CAROMS WITH DIFFERENT DEGREES OF STRENGTH.
20PLATE IV. DIAGRAM OF CAROMS SHOWING PLAYER’S CONTROL OF CUE-BALL.
21PLATE V.
22PLATE VI. DIVISION OF ANGLES.
23PLATE VII. PHILOSOPHY OF THE ENGLISH OR TWIST STROKE.
24PLATE VIII. ILLUSTRATING CUSHION TWISTS.
25PLATE IX. CUSHION CAROMS BY CENTRE STROKE, ENGLISH OR TWIST, FROM ONE POSITION.
26PLATE X. COMPOUND ANGLES.
27PLATE XI. THE CUSHION KISS.
28PLATE XII. PRACTICAL ILLUSTRATION OF THE MASSÉ STROKE.
29PLATE XIII. THE TABLE LAID OUT FOR THE SEVERAL GAMES.
30PLATE XIV. THE OPENING STROKE.
31PLATE XV. SIMPLE CAROMS.
32PLATE XVI. DRAW AND FOLLOW STROKES.
33PLATE XVII. GATHERING STROKES FROM PLAIN CAROMS.
34PLATE XVIII. EAST COMPOUND ANGLES.
35PLATE XIX. PLAIN AND ONE-CUSHION STROKES.
36PLATE XX. TWO-CUSHION ROUND-THE-TABLE STROKE.
37PLATE XXI. VARIOUS CAROMS FROM ONE POSITION.
38PLATE XXII. THE FOLLOW CUSHION—“ENGLISH” OR “TWIST.”
39PLATE XXIII. CAROM BY CUSHION “ENGLISH” OR “TWIST.”
40PLATE XXIV. CAROMS BY ONE-CUSHION ENGLISH.
41PLATE XXV. ONE-CUSHION REVERSE ENGLISH.
42PLATE XXVI. SERIAL ONE-CUSHION STROKES.
43PLATE XXVII. SERIAL ONE-CUSHION STROKES.
44PLATE XXVIII. SLOWING CUE-BALL, DOUBLING OBJECT-BALL.
45PLATE XXIX. SLOWING CUE-BALL, DOUBLING OBJECT-BALL.
46PLATE XXX. SLOWING CUE-BALL DOUBLING OBJECT-BALL.
47PLATE XXXI. COMPOUND ANGLES.
48PLATE XXXII. COMPOUND ANGLES.
49PLATE XXXIII. COMPOUND ANGLES.
50PLATE XXXIV. COMPOUND ANGLES.
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