This is a great wee book to take with you to Vegas as it's informative, fills you in with the essential history of the place and is written in a witty, almost sarcastic style. I'm sure the architects of The Venetian Hotel and Casino wouldn't agree their creation is 'ludicrous' as the author describes it, but he does so with affection. Las Vegas is ludicrous, so it fits right in! Potted reviews of all the major casinos, the best restaurants (although it does focus on the more expensive places), what to do off The Strip and out the city, and even a guide to how to gamble your money away at the tables make this an essential purchase if you're heading to Las Vegas.