- Paperback: 256 pages
- Publisher: Oldcastle Books Ltd; 2nd Revised edition edition (12 Aug 1996)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1874061440
- ISBN-13: 978-1874061441
- Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 13 x 2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 5,331,187 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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"The joy of this book lies in its single-minded application of the rules of poker to life in general" - The Sunday Times "The game of Poker exemplifies the worst aspects of capitalism that have made our country so great." - Walter Matthau "If you ain't a tiger, baby, forget it!" - Jimmy the Greek
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Whether you play poker for pennies around the kitchen table or want to bet big money against the high rollers in Las Vegas, Total Poker will put your game right.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
David Spanier book 'Total Poker' Is a very interesting read. The book is packed with storys of former Presidents poker games and he reviews poker movies such as 'The Sting' and many others. This book is about poker culture and not really an instructional book on the game but there are many things to be learnt from this book.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
David has written a terrific book, but it's no surprise I've read three of his books on poker and chess, he is/was a great writer and by all accounts a good man... he's got his wings now, but he won't be forgotten, his books/writing make him immortal. Nice one, David. You were really good! Shine on.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Farewell Great Knight.
22 Sep 2005
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Yes, I suppose the title may be a bit confusing here. First of all, let me clarify that this is not a "how to" book. It is a work celebrating the game of poker which places it skillfully within our cultural milieu. It is more a cultural history than a manual for novices. However, I believe that it should have value for all as there are a great many technical works but precious few David Spaniers. Indeed, unfortunately, Mr. Spanier has passed away. The reader will lament this fact shortly after he begins because the author strikes one as being good solid company. Many poker writers are players first, and writers... barely at all. That certainly is not the case with this narrator. His prose is strong and he paints a beautiful, impressionist picture of poker that you'll long remember. He approaches his subject with great enthusiasm and examines it from many angles. A fine essay about poker and film is included; wherein, he illustrates aptly that The Hustler, although it was not even about cards, is the greatest poker movie ever. A case study of former World Series of Poker champion, Puggy Pearson, reveals the ways of the professional. While cheating, along with a detailed description of "Loss" Vegas, are among the clever subjects addressed within. One of the best things about reading Total Poker, if you ask me, was getting to know David Spanier. He's an Englishman of the old school who would not readily find a home in "Cool Brittania." He was born and lived, for the most part, many miles away (and above) political correctness. Instead of making excuses for the "maleness" that is the game, he glorifies it. David Spanier, you sir, are missed.
2 of 4 people found the following review helpful
This book is the nuts.
26 Aug 1998
Format:Hardcover
Spanier analyses the game not from a technical angle, but rather using a more complete view which includes the psychological aspect. He looks at a variety of games in a refreshing way, and makes the book readable even to those insufficiently talented to be able to play.
3 of 13 people found the following review helpful
mildly entertaining
27 Nov 2002
Format:Paperback
This isn't going to help your poker game at all.
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