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Get ready to brush up on your card game skills because According to Hoyle Day is coming up on August 29! This day celebrates the birth of Edmond Hoyle, a famous writer and teacher who wrote the definitive rule book for popular card games in the 18th century. His rules are still widely used today, making him a household name among avid card players. Whether you're a pro at poker or just enjoy a friendly game of Go Fish, this day is all about having fun and enjoying the timeless tradition of playing cards with friends and family. So gather your deck and let's celebrate According to Hoyle Day in style!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1672</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Birth of Edmond Hoyle</div><div class='timeline-text'>Edmond Hoyle, the father of rules for card games, is born and would later revolutionize how we play cards.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1741</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Publication of "A Short Treatise"</div><div class='timeline-text'>Hoyle published "A Short Treatise on the Game of Whist" that listed detailed rules and strategies for the game, which were widely adopted.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1748</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Expanded Game Instructions</div><div class='timeline-text'>Hoyle expanded his treatises to include rules for backgammon, chess, and other popular games of the time.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1769</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Hoyle's Death</div><div class='timeline-text'>Hoyle died, leaving a lasting legacy in the world of card games and beyond.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1864</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>"According to Hoyle" Trademarked</div><div class='timeline-text'>The phrase "According to Hoyle" was trademarked, showcasing further the writer's influence on card games.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>Unknown</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of According to Hoyle Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The exact year of the establishment of According to Hoyle Day remains unclear, but it is celebrated every year on August 29, marking Edmond Hoyle's birthdate.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a game night</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your friends and family and celebrate According to Hoyle Day by hosting a game night. Play classic card games like poker, blackjack, and gin rummy or try out some lesser-known games like euchre or pinochle.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Learn a new card game</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Expand your knowledge of card games by learning a new one on According to Hoyle Day. You can find tutorials and rulebooks online for games like bridge, canasta, or spades.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create your own deck of cards</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Put your artistic skills to use and design your own deck of cards to commemorate According to Hoyle Day. Use different themes or personal pictures to make the deck unique.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Have a casino night</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Bring the excitement of a casino to your home by setting up different card games and offering prizes for winners. You can even dress up and make it a formal affair.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a casino</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take your celebration of According to Hoyle Day to the next level by visiting a real casino. Play some games, try out new ones, and enjoy the atmosphere of a professional gambling establishment.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It Celebrates the Importance of Rules and Fair Play</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>According to Hoyle Day encourages people to play games by the established rules, promoting fairness and good sportsmanship. This helps build positive relationships and teaches important life lessons such as teamwork and following rules.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It’s a Great Excuse to Gather with Friends and Family</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>What better way to celebrate According to Hoyle Day than by getting together with your loved ones and playing some games? It’s a fun and interactive way to spend time with those you care about, making memories and having a good time!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It Highlights the History of Card Games</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>According to Hoyle Day is named after Edmond Hoyle, a writer who specialized in card games in the 18th century. Celebrating this day brings attention to the rich history of card games and their evolution over time. It’s a great way to learn about the origins of beloved games like poker and blackjack.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The phrase "According to Hoyle" is still in use</h3><p class='facts-content'>Today, when someone refers to playing a game "according to Hoyle", it comes from the lasting influence of the 18th-century rule-maker. This phrase means to play a game according to the rules.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Edmond Hoyle's works were pirated during his lifetime</h3><p class='facts-content'>Many unauthorized copies of Hoyle's books were circulated during his lifetime. To counter this, Hoyle began selling authorized versions complete with his autograph.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Edmond Hoyle didn’t just write about card games</h3><p class='facts-content'>Along with card games, Hoyle wrote rules about several popular board games of his times, such as chess and backgammon.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Hoyle was also a tutor</h3><p class='facts-content'>Before he began documenting the rules of games, Edmond Hoyle worked as a private tutor to members of high society teaching them various games of chance.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Edmond Hoyle did not write some books bearing his name</h3><p class='facts-content'>After Hoyle's death, many publishers continued to use his name on books, furnishing new rule compilations for card games and other popular games of the time, despite Hoyle having no part in their creation.</p></div></div>
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