To understand the card game cribbage, one needs to understand its creator, 17th century Englishman John Suckling, who was widely considered an unabashed rake. Rich, handsome, and a talented writer, Suckling was notorious for his quick wit, his womanizing ways, and his expertise at gambling in card and dice games. While he was well-liked and known to be generous with his money, most shopkeepers knew he couldn’t be trusted. Suckling was...Continue Reading