John Petch Hewby
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The Decline and Fall of Whist (eBook, ePUB)

An Old Fashioned View of New Fangled Play

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In "The Decline and Fall of Whist," John Petch Hewby offers a thoughtful exploration of the once-popular card game, Whist, tracing its rise to prevalence in 18th-century society and its eventual relegation to obscurity. The book melds historical narrative with literary analysis, producing a reflective examination of social customs, leisure activities, and their transformation over time. Hewby employs a nuanced literary style, rich in historical anecdotes and thematic resonance, yet accessible, inviting readers to consider the cultural significance of a game that captivated the elite yet faded ...

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