Bridges: The Science and Art of the World's Most Inspiring Structures

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The following books provide insights into the people and culture of contract bridge and while they may contain occasional references to certain technical aspects of the game, they are generally not instructional in theme. I loved the overly, large size as it was rustic and allowed for the ideal view for the reviewer viewing the photography.

At first glance "Bridges of Paris" looks like a book of nothing but pictures, but don't let that fool you it's filled with information about the 37 bridges over the Seine. Tourists have secured locks to symbolize their love and then have thrown the key into the Seine River.The following are books on the various precursor games to modern contract bridge; the first books on contract bridge appeared in 1927. Bridges Of Paris isn't an ordinary book: it's a large-format coffee table book filled with over 350 spectacular color photos that focus on the 37 bridges that cross the Seine River - bridges that connect the unique neighborhoods of France. Disclosure: I received an advanced reading copy of this book from the publisher and iRead Book Tours for review purposes. The Bridge Players Encyclopedia ( BPE) was published in 1967 by Paul Hamlyn (London) and is an International Edition based on The Official Encyclopedia of Bridge of 1964 but geared to the needs of British and European players. I'm going to forever treasure this book for every minute it reminds me of the wonders as well as the beauty that both humanity and man possesses.

Michael and his wife spent a year in Paris learning French and exploring the different sets of bridges (there are over 300! If you've never been to Paris before, like me, you are going to want to hop on a plane after reading this book and enjoying these photos.

I loved that the author immersed himself in the culture by photographing something that most people would not think to photograph, the bridges.