Written by Nicole Wong the way her grandfather would have taught it, this illustrated guide to mahjong is both a practical how-to and a love letter to the game's cultural depth. Wong walks through gameplay step by step with vibrant photography and clear instructional diagrams, while also exploring the history, strategy, and regional variations of the game, from American mah-jongg to Japanese riichi. A bonus essay unpacks the famous mahjong scene from Crazy Rich Asians, and snippets of the author's own family history are woven throughout. Whether you're reconnecting with something familiar or learning for the first time, this is the guide to have.
Further Reading: Chronicle Books is an independent publisher based in San Francisco, making beautifully crafted books, games, and gifts since 1967. They approach every project with obsessive attention to design and detail, asking not just what a book says, but how it feels in your hands.
