Byrne's Treasury of Trick Shots in Pool and Billiards

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Fully illustrated with hundreds of drawings depicting nearly three hundred and fifty mind-boggling trick shots, Byrnes Treasury of Trick Shots in Pool and Billiards will teach you everything from the basic butterfly formation to the most difficult and impressive shots. Robert Byrne has scoured classic sources from the past two hundred years as well as his own personal experience and contacts to bring you the most comprehensive book on the subject. Historical anecdotes and context about the origin of each shot accompany the explanations, making for fascinating reading for anyonefrom the most inexperienced amateur to the most seasoned expert.
Whatever your skills and strengths, pool and billiards master Byrne will teach you the best in trick shots. In hardcover for the first time in nearly thirty years, topics include:
Classic shots and variations
The wisdom of the ancients, inner secrets, and Byrnes personal favorites
Novelty shots and easy-to-do tricks
Stymies, puzzles, and clusters
Tube and jump shots
Stroke, time, and kiss shots
Draw, follow, and mass shots
Showstoppers and more!
Byrnes Treasury of Trick Shots in Pool and Billiards is the definitive guide to the best trick shots that the worlds masters have to offer.

Author Bio

Robert Byrne is the bestselling author of more than fifteen books, including seven books on pool and billiards. His books and videos on pool have sold nearly a million copies. He was inducted into the Billiard Congress of America's Hall of Fame in 2001 and lives in Dubuque, Iowa.