Backgammon For Dummies by Chris Bray

A beginner-friendly guide that teaches the fundamentals of backgammon, explaining the rules, how to move and bear off, and the workings of the doubling cube, then builds into practical tactics like opening plays, checker play, blocking and hitting strategies, and match-play considerations; it also covers probability concepts, common mistakes to avoid, basic endgame techniques, and tips for improving through practice and study so new players can move from casual play to confident competitive decisions.

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