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Billiard Encyclopedia: An Illustrated History of the Sport

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This book captures the vivid history of a sport that has until recently been relatively unknown. Not onlyu in my opinion does this book capture the origins of the sport in a way never seen before as a piece of art it is relatively uncomprimised in the industry today.

This is by far one of the most extensive books concerning the sport of billiards and pool. I often go to this resource before writing for pool publications; I also use it as a guide when shopping either online or traveling. There is more information here than perhaps EVER gathered in one book. Excellent photos and history in the wonderful reference material. If you are interested at all in this sport this is a must have! Worth every penny.

Don't settle for less than the FINAL (third), much-expanded edition of this book: The Billiard Encyclopedia, 3rd Edition - An Illustrated History of the Sport

Also, regardless of where you choose to purchase (the THIRD edition), don't pay more than the $129 (plus shipping) that the author himself charges for brand-new copies via his dedicated website. [By contrast, some THIRD-PARTY sellers have, unfortunately, appeared greedily eager to OVERCHARGE unsuspecting buyers by outrageous amounts.]