The Best Damn Pool Instruction Book Period Is an instructional book on how to play pocket billiards or pool. It covers every aspect of the game beginning with how to develop a better stroke to the more advanced techniques on how to masse or 'jump' the cue ball. The book uses a very simple and concise teaching format to expand the knowledge and ability for the average recreational pool player. In this book, the author has discussed and illustrated each aspect of the game of pool. The title has 14 chapters; each chapter has an abundance of clear and concise illustrations and discussions on how to replicate the various shots necessary to improve the players' skills. With this new understanding and repetitive practice on the various shots, the players' skills should improve dramatically.