Mahjong For Dummies

Explore the history, culture, and rules of Mahjong

Mahjong is one of the fastest-growing games in the world, thanks to its rich history, fun mechanics, and fast-but-thoughtful pace. And in Mahjong For Dummies, you’ll learn everything you need to know to jump into a game near you. Author Ruoyi Jiang explains exactly how to get started, walking you through the rules, techniques, social customs, and nuances that beginners as well as advanced players rely on around the world. From discussions of common novice mistakes to complex hand-reading techniques, this start-to-finish guide provides everything you need to start playing today.

Inside …

• Learn key regional variations
• Understand the rules
• Discover advanced strategies
• Explore game culture and norms
• Memorize the game tile types
• Maximize your win probability
• Avoid common mistakes
• Read about mahjong history