Backgammon: The Modern Game

by Terence Reese, Robert Brinig

An authoritative treatment of backgammon rules and strategies provides guidance for the beginner as well as outlining and analyzing advanced concepts and playing situations

Paperback

First published May 1, 1975

Reviews

[Jim · Rating 4 out of 5]

A VERY tedious read, but totally worth the trouble to any serious or intermediate player. Really, the best information I've found on excellence in playing backgammon.

[Yousseif Abdellatif · Rating 4 out of 5]

Every chapter of Backgammon: The Modern Game reveals another layer of the maze, with Terence Reese carefully mapping out how independent thought gets quietly nudged off course.

[Longfellow · Rating 4 out of 5]

This has been by far the best backgammon "how to" book I've read. For one thing, Reese recommends moves that have given me a fresh perspective on positioning, risk, etc. He also gives detailed explanations for why he recommends particular moves. Basically, it's changed how I play - or at least how I'm willing to play at times. Don't know that my win-loss record has been altered much, but it's always fun to learn and explore new or alternate strategies.
Thanks, Terence ol' boy.