Bridge Table  or What's Trump Anyway?
An Affectionate Look Back at Sociable Bridge & Ladies Lunch

by Maggy Simony

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This is a book about the history of sociable bridge (as opposed to serious bridge) and the gender menus of ladies lunch—but you don’t have to play bridge to enjoy it.  Bridge Table is for anyone ready to take a nostalgic look back at an aspect of Retro pop culture—for bridge buffs whether serious or sociable, cookbook collectors, foodie writers, students of popular culture and culinary history. 

To Order: http://www.booklocker.com/books/4421.html ISBN: 978-1-60145-833-9
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Contact: Maggy@bridgetable.net

  

"Maggy wanted a book that put a spotlight on the vast majority of bridge players . . . she feels are responsible for the growth of the game . . . there are no apologies necessary for choosing to play sociable bridge." Audrey Grant, Better Bridge (Nov-Dec 2009)

"Maggy's book is delightful. Meticulously researched yet conversational and personal . . . Bridge Table made me want to whip up some chicken-salad-something-or-other, call up a few friends and spend the day at the table like my grandmother used to do."―Amy Faust, The Morning Show, 99.5 Portland OR

". . . her real purpose is to persuade a new generation of woman that . . . [bridge] can provide the social glue of life-long friendships."Maria Paul, The Friendship Crisis: Finding, Making, and Keeping Friends When You're Not a Kid Anymore.

"[Bridge Table] is wonderful and deserves wide recognition . . . ladies luncheons . . . sociability and friendship―food as a way to share good times with others."―Jane and Michael Stern, Roadfood.com

". . . a fascinating look at the world of sociable bridge . . . an ode to the game that has brought enjoyment and community to millions of American women. On another level, the book provides historical and socialogical insight . . . . Bridge players and students of popular cluture alike will find Bridge Table and enjoyable and interesting read."David Scott dissertation: "An analysis of adult play groups, social vs. serious participation in contract bridge."

  Bio     Reviews     Book Excerpts  

Article: "Octogenarian Deals Up Book on Bridge"
FLORIDA TODAY, October 7, 2009

Article: "What's Trump Anyway?"
BETTER BRIDGE, November-December 2009