- Paperback: 192 pages
- Publisher: Channel 4 Books (20 Oct 2000)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0752272195
- ISBN-13: 978-0752272191
- Product Dimensions: 13.5 x 21.6 x 1.3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 529,982 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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"How to Play Poker and Win" is a handbook for all card players from the budding card shark eager to learn the game from scratch to the practised poker bandit keen to unlock the secrets of poker-playing legends. With this detailed guide you can glean tips and information on: reading your opponent - what you can tell from the way a player handles their cards; what to do and what not - the rules and etiquette of the poker table; how to spot a maniac and avoid tap city with a glossary of poker parlance; and where to play - all the best casinos in the U.K., Europe and the U.S. are listed.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
If like me you have become a fan of the Late Night Poker series recently screened, then this book takes you to the next level of poker wonderfully and is a great companion to LNP. The book primarily deals with Texas Hold 'Em but does also touch on Stud/Omaha etc. The reason to buy this book however is for the later chapters on Poker Practice and the Analysis Of Hands. These give you an insight into what you and your players should be thinking about when you get certain hands, detail the advantages and disadvantages of game elements such as position, and the Quiz section at the end gives you the opportunity to read two often conflicting responses from professionals to situations you may find yourself in. Through reading this book and playing regularly you will find yourself developing your game and your style of playing the game rapidly. Whether you will win also, well I'll leave that up to you! This book is a great re-read as well - you can just keep coming back to it to identify where you may have gone wrong in a previous tournament, or how to handle a winning or losing streak. Great book!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
How to play poker and win is a great book for someone who wants to know how to play poker. The book explains how to play such games as draw poker, 3 + 5 card stud poker and texas hold'em. The book has not too much depth so you don't ever fail to understand what they are saying. There are tips about how to play certain types of hands from the people that you want to get tips from, i.e. Poker Pro's who leave casinos with more money than they came in with. Overall the book isn't to long, it gives enough information - no more - no less.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I bought this book after seeing a few episodes of Late Night Poker and not being able to understand any of the rules. After just a couple of chapters, I was well versed in the rules, and had even learnt a few useful tactics.
The first half of the book deals mainly with the game mechanics, with a few tactical ideas being developed. The second half deals with actually participating in the game. Many, many situations are analysed, and the different options are discussed and weighed up.
Armed with this knowledge, I taught my mates at college the rules and we played most lunchtimes in the common room. I also now hold regular poker nights at home for friends, playing for about £10. It's a great nights entertainment-beer and cards.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Another comprehensive look at the basics
I'm about half way through and it hasn't told me loads I didn't already know but it is not without insights. Read more
Published on 8 July 2004
the best beginner book ive read
this is the best book you can read for learning poker, it is very consise and serves as a good reference tool when playing with friends and are unsure of the rules. Read more
Published on 1 Jan 2003 by "turtle-boy"
So...So
This book is very good, but only to a point. It starts off with Draw Poker before moving on to stud, then Hold-em then Omaha. Read more
Published on 24 Oct 2002 by Clive O Trent
Written for Texas Hold 'em players only.
Only buy this book if you wish to learn about Texas Hold 'em. Steer clear if you wish to learn about straight poker. The theory section deals exclusively with Texas Hold 'em.
Published on 12 Nov 2001 by biglurcher@hotmail.com
Caveat Emptor
When I read this book I knew nothing about poker. Now I can play the game, but winning is another matter. Read more
Published on 5 Nov 2001
This book is a straight flush
This book summarises everything a beginner needs to know about poker, especially Texas Hold'em, and clarifies things for experienced players. Read more
Published on 20 Jan 2001 by mattdinsdale@eminem.com
Friendly, informative and fun
This book is an ideal accompaniment to the Late Night Poker series on Channel 4 and viewers new or relatively new to poker will find this guide easy to follow, well laid out and... Read more
Published on 15 Jan 2001
For the beginner only
The book is easy to follow and is very nicely laid out. I would only recommend this text to the new starter though, more experienced players will want something more from their... Read more
Published on 18 Oct 2000 by robertburns@pumpbag.co.uk
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