Playing Cards: A Secret History
Playing Cards: A Secret History
PLAYING CARDS: A Secret History
By Adam Wintle
Thailand • Member since March 15, 1997 • Contact
Adam has been involved in developing the site as well as reviewing new decks and conducting research. He is particularly interested in innovation, Kickstarter and East Asian cards. He is a member of the IPCS and webmaster of the EPCS.
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