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xiv, 235 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm.
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A wide-ranging anthology of essays exploring one of the most vital art forms on the planet today. From the earliest computers to the smartphones in our pockets, video games have been on our screens and part of our lives for over fifty years. Critical Hits celebrates this sophisticated medium and considers its lasting impact on our culture and ourselves. This collection of stylish, passionate, and searching essays opens with an introduction by Carmen...
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Este libro constituye la herramienta imprescindible para entender y dominar las técnicas de las principales variantes de póquer, incluyendo las que más éxito tienen en la actualidad: el Texas hold'em y el Stud 7.
Partiendo de las indicaciones básicas, facilita todas las instrucciones, consejos y ejemplos de partidas para dominar a la perfección este apasionante juego.
Una obra imprescindible para salir siempre victorioso en las partidas con...
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310 pages : 22 cm
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A thrilling middle grade fantasy about a girl who must participate in a deadly game with a ragtag team of players to save her grandfather from a terrible fate--perfect for fans of James Riley and Shannon Messenger! In the opulent, sinking city of Dantessa, the Great Game rules all. Pia Paro believes that so long as you follow the rules, you always have a chance at winning. But after her beloved Gramps is sentenced to a life of servitude, Pia accepts...
4) Party Games
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This one-stop practical guide will show you how to organize and play over 200 party games for all ages. To make your progress easier, it comes in a handy format with color photos and expert advice throughout. This book clearly explains and illustrates over 200 games for every occasion, so you'll never quibble over rules or be lost for inspiration again. It includes appropriate games for all ages and numbers, whether it's a holiday, car journey, children's...
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AndEngine is a broad 2D game engine which allows game developers, both experienced and inexperienced, to develop games for the Android platform with ease. Don't be fooled by the simplicity, though. As easy as it is to ‚Äúpick up and go,‚Ä AndEngine includes enough functionality to bring any type of 2D game world to life.The "AndEngine for Android Game Development Cookbook" contains all of the necessary information and examples in order to build...
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Develop Your Own Game Using Unreal Engine 5 KEY FEATURES ● Learn how to use compatible engine templates for developing custom scenarios.● Make a simple third-person game using the core features of Unreal Engine 5.● Get familiar with the advanced concepts such as Game Objects and Audio Engine. DESCRIPTION Unreal Engine 5 is the latest game development engine released by Epic Games. This book is a learning path for beginners and professionals...
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Reta a tu familia o amigos a jugar a los detectives.Sólo tú sabrás la solución.Recopilación de 30 casos de intriga que se pueden resolver de forma individual o en grupo.La forma más divertida de aprender a ser un experto investigador.Los docentes encontrarán en él un excelente material didáctico.Todo empieza con la lectura de un enunciado como este: Un hombre se levanta de la cama. Está vestido con un traje muy elegante y también está...
13) Puzzled
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From French spies to Flemish painters, Lincoln's beard to beer can patents, child labour laws to the Great Depression – Puzzled is not your typical history book. This is a captivating and colourful journey through the history of jigsaw puzzles, over time and around the world.Puzzled tracks the evolution of the jigsaw puzzle from expensive collectibles available only to society's elite, to a mass-produced commodity enjoyed by millions the world over....
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Le système de Londres est un système d'ouverture qui a gagné une popularité notable aussi bien parmi les grands maîtres que parmi les joueurs amateurs ces dernières années. Il existe plusieurs raisons principales à cette situation. La plus importante est probablement que, avec le soutien des programmes informatiques, la théorie des ouvertures est aujourd'hui incroyablement profonde, et les joueurs cherchent des moyens d'échapper à de longues...
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Chess players! Are you having trouble facing 1.e4? Is your Spanish too sticky and your Sicilian too sickly? Wrongfoot White with the Nimzowitsch Defence. Correspondence Chess Master and experienced author Marek Soszynski analyses 1.e4 Nc6 in detail, including sidelines and novelties, to give you a complete deviant repertoire against White's most popular first move.
16) Sicilian Dragon
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This great chess book examines one of the most popular chess openings: Sicilian Defense Dragon Variation.
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Sammy Reshevsky was a child prodigy who became a World Chess Championship contender. In this book, Correspondence Chess Master Marek Soszynski discusses Reshevsky's playing style, annotates 20 of his games (9 of them not in Gordon's Compendium) and adds contemporary newspaper accounts and other reports to give a full and frank picture of the ruthless American Grandmaster.
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Ready to catch your chess opponents off guard and leave them hopping for the right moves? Discover the ribbiting 1.d4 Nf6 2.g4 Bullfrog Gambit, a daring twist that transforms a classic d4-opening into an electrifying e4-style challenge. Correspondence Chess Master and experienced author Marek Soszynski presents analysis and annotated games so that this audacious opening might leapfrog you to victory on the chessboard with your opponents croaking for...
19) 50 States Trivia
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Discover the fascinating tapestry of the United States with the "50 States Trivia Book." Dive into a captivating journey across the nation as you uncover intriguing facts, untold stories, and hidden gems about each of the 50 states that make up this diverse and remarkable country.Unearth a treasure trove of knowledge as you explore a wide range of trivia, from historical milestones to cultural landmarks, natural wonders to quirky anecdotes. Delve...
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"Unity Essentials: Your First Steps in Game Development" is a comprehensive guide designed for aspiring game developers and enthusiasts looking to make their mark in the world of video game creation. This book serves as an essential introduction to Unity, one of the most popular and versatile game development platforms in the industry. Starting with the basics, this guide walks you through the fundamental aspects of Unity, including its interface,...
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