You're no idiot, of course. You know that "English" isn't just the name of a language, it's also the type of spin you use to control the cue ball in pool. But when it comes to racking them up, making a break shot, and sinking balls in the corner pocket, you feel like "English" is your second language. Don't hang up your cue stick yet! In her comprehensive book, The Complete Idiot's Guide? to Pool & Billiards, Ewa Mataya Laurance?one of the world's most accomplished and mesmerizing players?gives you:
Insider tips on buying your first billiard table. 0 Simple descriptions of all kinds of games to play.
Fascinating history and details on the culture of pool, including its place in films such as The Hustler.
Dozens of photos of Ewa showing you the moves.
EWA MATAYA LAURANCE is a world, European, U.S., national, and Swedish billiards tournaments champion. Twice named player of the year by leading billiard publications, she has also earned WPBA's Sports Person of the Year Award and served as its president. Ms. Laurance writes a monthly column for Pool & Billiard Magazine. She resides in Charlotte, North Carolina, with her husband, Mitchell, and daughter, Nikki.
THOMAS C. SHAW, managing editor of Pool & Billiard Magazine, has authored The Proprietor's Manual: How to Open and Operate a Successful Billiard Room and numerous articles on pool. Mr. Shaw lives in Charleston, South Carolina.
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