Do you want to know the modern methods of bidding a hand in contract bridge? The 3rd Edition of this book will take you through the basics, and then teach you the advanced techniques and 42 of the most popular conventions. The concepts are laid out in an easily understood format for relatively inexperienced players. Ten flow charts have been added to help the reader see how the bidding progresses. And for players getting back into the game, it even includes a chapter on the old Goren system. To test your skill, the book includes 509 practice hands with commentaries on each.