To the making of rule-books there is no end, and books on card games are no exception to the rule. Many claim to be the last word in 'Official Rules', and to this end disguise themselves under the name of HOYLE as an earnest of proof and authority. It may therefore be rather surpr...
we honor Edmond Hoyle, who is best known for his definitive books on the rules and regulations of the popular board games and card games of his time. His vast knowledge of gameplay and rules became the final word, with many people verifying a rule by saying the phrase “According to Hoyle...