This is a republication of the definitive rules of the classic card game, Piquet, as adopted by the prestigious Portland Club. This edition, edited by â€~Cavendish, ' includes not only the official laws but also a comprehensive treatise on the game itself, offering insights into strategy and play. Piquet, known for its complexity and skill, has been a favorite among card game enthusiasts for centuries. This book preserves the historical context and provides modern players with an authentic understanding of the game's traditional rules and gameplay. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to Piquet, this guide offers invaluable knowledge, ensuring fair play and a deeper appreciation for this enduring pastime.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.