I picked up several copies of this book in the summer of 1993 and I've always had at least one copy on the shelf. Others were lent or given to others.
This week I heard that the author had died. Aproximately 38,000 copies of the book were sold, so I've heard.
Being a full-fledged citizen in the Metro Milwaukee area requires that you either play Sheepshead or be related to someone who does. More than likely, the Sheepshead players know of this book or have played with someone that has.
God rest you well Mr. Strupp. We will miss you and think of you whenever we hold the perfect grandma-hand or no-ace-no-face-no-schmear.