Shuffle Along With History
A brief chronological note linking the introduction of familiar American decks (1848–1908) with contemporaneous events, using examples from Dougherty, Lawrence & Cohen, National and USPC issues.
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By Rod Starling (1936-2023)
United States • Member since January 09, 2013
Rod Starling was one of the founding members of the 52 Plus Joker card collectors club. He authored many articles for the club's quarterly newsletter, Clear the Decks. His collection encompasses both foreign and American decks. Rod also authored a book titled The Art and Pleasures of Playing Cards.
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