Biography
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"The Hustler & the Champ: Willie Mosconi, Minnesota Fats, and the Rivalry That Defined Pool"
R. A. Dyer. 320 pages. Indexed. 17 Photographs. Pub. 2007.
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Mosconi may have been remembered as one of the most dominant
sports figures of all time, a man who had laid low some of the greatest
players in history—but no one would pose a greater threat to his legacy
than Minnesota Fats. In 1978, both men came together for
what would become the most viewed pocket billiards match in American
history.
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Biography
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"Hustler Days: Minnesota Fats, Wimpy Lassiter, Jersey Red, and America's Great Age of Pool"
R. A. Dyer. 296 pages. Indexed. 16 Photographs. Pub. 2003.
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Biographies of three of America's greatest pool hustlers. Some
wonderful stories of their games against each other, but their
lives also seem tinged with sadness. Makes the biographies of
our English pro's look rather tame by comparison.
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Rules
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"Billiards, Revised and Updated: The Official Rules & Records Book"
Edited by Billiard Congress of America. 232 Pages. Published 2005.
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The official rule book for the American games. Includes chapters on
history, technique, tournament rules, referee's instructions, list of
champions, records and updated statistics.
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Instructional
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"The Best Damn Pool Instruction Book, Period"
Ronald Lee Schneider. 227 Pages. 200 illustrations. Pub. 2005.
Uses very simple, concise teaching methods to increase the knowledge
and skill of the average player. 14 chapters cover every aspect from
technique to masse and jump shots.
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Rules
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"Night at the Parlour"
Christopher Hay & Katherine McDonald. 96 Pages. Published 2000.
"Night at the Parlour is a collection of billiard games for all
ages and skill levels. The unique games are designed to
challenge even the most experienced players and enhance
their skills. The 23 games are divided into Easy, Medium and
Hard categories. Guaranteed to improve your banks, caroms,
combinations, accuracy and overall consistency while having
fun!!!"
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