The Gambling Games Of The Chinese In America: Fan T'an And Pak Kop Piu - Hardcover

The book ""The Gambling Games Of The Chinese In America: Fan T'an And Pak Kop Piu"" by Stewart Culin is a comprehensive study of two traditional Chinese gambling games that were brought to America by Chinese immigrants in the 19th century. The book is a detailed exploration of the history, rules, and strategies of these games, as well as their cultural significance and impact on Chinese-American communities.The first game, Fan T'an, is a type of lottery game that originated in China during the Qing Dynasty. It involves players betting on the outcome of a series of dice rolls, with various combinations of numbers and symbols representing different payouts. The game was popular among Chinese immigrants in America, particularly in San Francisco's Chinatown, and played an important role in the community's social and economic life.The second game, Pak Kop Piu, is a card game that also originated in China. Players bet on the outcome of a series of hands, with each hand consisting of three cards. The game involves a complex set of rules and strategies, and was considered one of the most challenging and prestigious games in Chinese gambling culture.Throughout the book, Culin provides detailed descriptions of the games, including their origins, variations, and cultural significance. He also includes historical and sociological analysis, examining how these games were played and how they impacted Chinese-American communities. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Chinese gambling culture and its impact on American society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.