Books Tell You Why, Inc.

In 1892, a group of American sailors stationed in Singapore become fascinated by mah-jongg - a Chinese game that they hear is played by the locals. They decide to learn how to play, and soon find themselves at the center of a secret mah-jongg society. The Mah-Jongg Spies is the story of the Americans and the Singaporeans who play this strange and mysterious game, and of the secrets they uncover.; 8vo; $8.00.