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There’s no denying poker’s universal charm is irresistible and the daddy of poker games, Texas Hold ’Em, is everywhere – TV, the internet, in the press, on the big screen. But what’s the best way to get started ? More to the point, what’s the best way to get started...and win? Texas Hold ’Em is incredibly easy to learn and you can be playing before you know it, but you need a lot more than just the basics or you’ll end up as fodder for the pros who really know what they’re doing.
That’s why Paul Mendelson, our most popular card games author (and self-confessed poker fan) has written this, the latest most up-to-date poker book around. Priced to suit any budget his easy to read guide gives all you need to know to get started and hit the ground running. Of course you’ll learn the essentials of the game, the hands and their values, the mechanics, the terminology, the odds and percentages, the betting and money management. There’s a full glossary and Paul’s top ten tips for beginners. But you’ll also understand the etiquette, the ritual, the audacious bluffs, tells and all those other subtleties that most new players only discover when it’s too late! And with the benefit of Paul’s experience at the Vegas poker tables you’ll be ready for live games with friends, at casinos and even tournaments.
Don’t miss out on the game everybody’s enjoying. It’s time to join in the action. And with Paul as your guide you’ll begin and win!
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39 of 39 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Does what it says on the tin,
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This review is from: Texas Hold 'Em Poker : Begin and Win (Paperback)
I read this book in two days and made two summary sheets on the main contents tips and actions in the book. Mainly listing starting hands and what to do with them.
I'd only been playing under 200 online tournaments (single and multi table) in total before I read the book. Was getting better but felt I was struggling and not making money. Then I started playing games after reading this book with my summary sheets by my side. I was amazed, I promptly started making profits. This book really did make me win! This book has really meant a hike in my level of play. In my case I was always calling the flop if I had a pocket ace regardless of what the other card was. Simply no longer doing that with a low kicker (with the odd exception) has made 100's of chips difference to my game per tournament. Also the tips on behaviour on the table really helped. Mendelson suggests an assertive, almost arrogant attitude to get an edge over other players. When I was in a final showdown at a single table tournament after reading this book (one of 2 people left at the table) I did exaclty as Mendelson wrote and raised, re raised, went all in at the drop of a hat and totally had the other player intimidated. Worked like a charm! I've now gone on to read other more elaborate poker books but the summary sheets I made as a result of reading this book always sit by my side when I'm playing. I know the contents by heart but when in doubt I still consult it. I earned the low cost of this book back in a flash. A must have for players with limited experience. It will bust those habits that lose you money and install some profitable ones instead!
30 of 31 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
An excellent short book for beginners,
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This review is from: Texas Hold 'Em Poker : Begin and Win (Paperback)
I am an occasional player but to be honest I was never all that good - I was OK but never went into a game with anything approaching a strategy.This book had changed all that - Mendelson writes clearly about the concepts and rarely gets bogged down in jargon. This in ideal for those thinking about playing or are not getting the best out of their play. Unlike some of the other books on offer this deals with all aspects of the game - low limit home games, tournaments and the popular on-line poker sites. He offers excellent advice on which hands to play, and what to do with them when you have them. He gives first class advice on when to call, when to raise and when to bluff (the answer to this is - if you are new NEVER). At first glance you may think that it is a very short book - however Mendelson does not waste your time by endlessly repeating the same thing, nor does he fill pages with his personal exploits (save for when they are illustrative). Overall: This will give you simple rules to follow allowing you to develop as a player without losing your shirt into the bargain.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
The Perfect Intro,
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This review is from: Texas Hold 'Em Poker : Begin and Win (Paperback)
This book filled in a lot of the gaps for me about when to fold, how much to bet, when to raise/check etc. I had already read the book by the same author about playing poker online but this book tells you a lot more about what to actually do when you have been dealt your cards.
After reading this book I won a "pretend money" tournament of 1000 people in the same evening, and then a few days later came fifth in a cash tournament. I don't think I'd have managed either without it. No doubt if I keep playing poker at some point I'll need to read a more advanced book but for the moment I'll be re-reading sections of this book many times until they are fully absorbed.
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