Teaches the basic part of a completely new contract bridge bidding system. Prerequisite for the Expert American Bidding System soon to be published.
New contract bridge bidding system
Excerpt
The Advanced American Bidding System presumes a complete understanding and skill with all of the material in Volume II. However, some of the Volume II material is repeated for intended redundancy, since the authors suspect that many folks who shouldn't be attempting to study Volume III will do so anyway. After all, "I'm a Life Master, I must be Advanced." The authors suggest that anyone not comfortable playing in Flight A at an ACBL regional or national tournament, or the World Bridge Federation (WBF) or other governing body equivalent thereof avoid purchase and study of Volume III until they have mastered all that is taught in Volume II.
Professional Reviews
Life Master Reviews New Bridge Bidding Book
The Advanced American Bidding System provides players with many tools for improved bidding and play. The system is based on a cornerstone of being able to rely on your partner and making your bids and play accordingly. What is not bid is as important as what is.
I am particularly impressed with the preciseness of actions taken when opponents double an opening bid. This enables you and your partner to better recognize the extent to which you can push a contract and when a double is in order. The system also includes many standard conventions, some with Jerry's modifications, which tie in well with the overall package. The use of mini-splinter bids and the handling of inverted minors help in defining what the final contract should be. The precise bidding techniques are effective in keeping out of poor game and slam contracts.
Advanced American takes time to learn and requires quite a bit of memorizing, but the rewards for a partnership that masters this system will be well worth the time invested.
