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2) Everything casino poker: get the edge at video poker, Texas hold 'em, Omaha hi-lo and Pai Gow poker
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Triumph Books
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
Aiding the average poker player to obtain above average results at the casino, this guide to some of the hottest games in poker goes beyond teaching the game itself for intelligent and direct strategies on how to win. In Everything Casino Poker, acclaimed gambling expert Frank Scoblete looks at popular casino poker gamesincluding video poker, Texas Holdem, Omaha Hi-Lo, and Pai Gowand analyzes ways to gain an edge to beat the house. Thoroughly examining...
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English
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"In THE NOBLE HUSTLE Colson Whitehead does for participatory journalism what he did for zombie novels in ZONE ONE: Take one literary genius, add $10,000 and a seat at the World Series of Poker, and stir. On one level, Colson Whitehead's THE NOBLE HUSTLE is a familiar species of participatory journalism - a longtime neighborhood poker player, Colson was given a $10,000 stake and an assignment from the online ESPN offshoot Grantland to see how far he...
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Pub. Date
2020.
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English
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"How a New York Times bestselling author and New Yorker contributor parlayed a strong grasp of the science of human decision-making and a woeful ignorance of cards into a life-changing run as a professional poker player, under the wing of a legend of the game It's true that Maria Konnikova had never actually played poker before and didn't even know the rules when she approached Erik Seidel, Poker Hall of Fame inductee and winner of tens of millions...
6) Rounders
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English
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Master poker player Mike gives up gambling for law school but is lured back into the game when his friend gets out of prison and is in over his head with a ruthless Russian card shark.
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English
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All In is the story of the greatest tournament in the world-the World Series of Poker. It began in 1970 as a mere gathering of Texas road gamblers who rendezvoused at Binion's Horseshoe in downtown Las Vegas each spring. Today it has become a cultural phenomenon, attracting exhaustive national television coverage, legions of fans, and thousands of players, from legendary professionals to amateurs with little experience outside of their home games....
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English
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After 20 years of marriage, it's inevitable that some of the romance is gone. At least that's what MJ Boudreaux tells herself when her husband, Chris, is 3 hours late for their anniversary lunch, and she eats the entire anniversary lemon pie she special-ordered for them by herself. After considering her options, MJ decides that since Chris has been spending so much time at the casino lately, poker would be a great way for them to spend more time together...
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English
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"When Molly Bloom was a little girl growing up in a small Colorado town, she watched her brothers win medals, ace tests, and receive high praise from everyone they met. Molly wanted nothing more than to bask in that glow a little herself, so she pushed herself too--as a student, as an athlete. She was successful but felt like she was always coming from behind. She wanted to break free, to find a life without rules and limits, a life where she didn't...
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Publisher
Farrar, Straus, and Giroux
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
Description
The story of poker, from its roots in China, the Middle East, and Europe to its ascent as a global--but especially an American--phenomenon, braiding history with poker's relevance to our military, diplomatic, business, and personal affairs.
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Series
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English
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"This portable grab and go guide gives new and even seasoned players winning strategies and tactics to not just play, but win. Introducing the fundamental concepts and strategies, Texas Hold'em For Dummies covers the rules for playing and betting, odds, etiquette, Hold'em lingo, and sound advice to avoid mistakes. Texas Hold'em For Dummies covers limit, no-limit, tournament, and online play, therefore giving the reader a good basic foundation on all...
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Publisher
Simon Spotlight Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2004]
Language
English
Description
An overview of poker discusses both the game and its culture, explains the terminology, strategy, and etiquette of the game, and includes poker-related quotations from movies and books and anecdotes from poker history.
16) Moneymaker: how an amateur poker player turned $40 into $2.5 million at the World Series of Poker
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Publisher
HarperEntertainment
Pub. Date
[2005]
Language
English
Description
In 2004 the number of entrants-and the winning pool-at the World Series of Poker tripled, thanks in large part to Chris Moneymaker, an amateur player who came out of nowhere to win the 2003 Series, and prove to newcomers and poker pros alike that anything is possible with a chip and a chair.
Author
Publisher
Simon Spotlight Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2005]
Language
English
Description
"Taking a page from Harvey Penick's bestselling book of golf wisdom, Phil plays the role of both teacher and student, offering up insightful tips on how to think about poker and how to develop a singular style of play. Through philosophy, psychology, strategy, math, and experience, Phil breaks down the game into enlightening instructional tidbits and illustrative anecdotes that inspire the kind of persistence and motivation necessary to improve your...
Publisher
Masters of Poker, LLC
Pub. Date
[2005]
Language
English
Description
Annie Duke, the #1 ranked female poker player in the world, shares her secrets for the first time ever. Her trademarked profiling techniques will help you read your opponents. Learn advanced techniques from bluffs, tells, playing position, and more.
