Snooker Author:John Spencer This highly illustrated, practical guide explains all the key elements of snooker, from the basic rules to the finer points of positional and safety play. This book first outlines the rules of snooker, including scoring and penalties, before focusing on the essentials of accurate cue action and potting. — John Spencer explains clearly, with numer... more »ous diagrams, how to strike the cue-ball and apply different types of spin, to achieve the ball control which is at the heart of good positional play. He then examines all aspects of tactical safety play, from the break-off shot to the techniques of laying--and escaping from--snookers. The final chapter provides a shot-by-shot analysis of a century break.
Packed with explanatory diagrams and professional tips, this book will help any player to create and exploit break-building opportunities, and start winning more frames!« less