If you've had trouble understanding the game of craps, this is the book for you! The author takes the complex rules, language and mathematics of the game and simplifies it all. With over 40 color photos, you will learn about the game's personnel, chips, dice, how to bet and which bets are the best to use. Dr. Skaff uses case studies to help you play craps as you read. Whether you are a beginner or have played craps for years, you will find this book is fun and educational.
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Michael S. Skaff, Ph.D., is a mathematics and computer science professor at the University of Detroit-Mercy. He has published over 35 papers and previously wrote weekly columns for several newspapers. He and his wife live in Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan. They have three children and three grandchildren.
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The "Must Have" Book for Craps!,
By Kris (Michigan, USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Craps 101: Fundamentals and Strategies for All Players (Paperback)
This book was fantastic - easy to read, not too long and filled with all the information any person needs to be able to play the game of craps. If you've ever been confused about the basic rules of craps, or if you want to hone your skills, this book provides basic strategies that will work for all players. I am not a very mathematically inclined person, but I found Dr. Skaff's explanations easy to follow and implement at the casino. This book is a must have if you're going to be taking a trip to Vegas!
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Perfectly suited for beginning or advanced craps play,
This review is from: Craps 101: Fundamentals and Strategies for All Players (Paperback)
This is a very well-written book suitable for easy, enjoyable reading cover to cover or as a quick reference source to freshen up before hitting the casino floor. A must for interested players of all levels.
Dr. Skaff skillfully presents the rules of craps in a very clear, concise and organized manner. Basic as well as more advanced strategies are presented with their pros/cons and "whys". Like all casino games, craps is governed by mathematical statistics. However, the author does not require of the reader an understanding of statistics to comprehend the "whys" of the game. But if the reader is so inclined, the mathematical basis for the recommendations and strategies in the book are provided in the appendices. Finally, the author does not over-hype the game or the potential for winning. Instead, the author shares his love of the game and how best to enjoy it. Enjoy the book and enjoy the game!
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Casino gaming in education,
By professor "kevin" (michigan) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Craps 101: Fundamentals and Strategies for All Players (Paperback)
I am chairman of the department of mathematics and computer science at a university. Dr. Skaff's book is an excellent resource for anyone teaching probability and statistics. It provides a concrete example of using probability and odds in casino gaming. It is written in an easy to read manner for the beginner yet does provide information and strategies for the experienced player. I highly recommend this book.
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Whether you are a novice or experienced craps player, you need some understanding of the game equipment and personnel who run the game. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
regular craps table, place bet box, first roll rules, crapless craps table, point number bet, maximum odds bet, ugly bets, pass line bet, shooter rolls, line wager, free odds bet, odds wager, payoff odds, sixth roll, remaining chips, initial bankroll, craps numbers, house advantage, casino personnel, true odds, bet boxes, roll bet, fourth roll, odds notation, event rolling Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
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Whether you are a novice or experienced craps player, you need some understanding of the game equipment and personnel who run the game. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
regular craps table, place bet box, first roll rules, crapless craps table, point number bet, maximum odds bet, ugly bets, pass line bet, shooter rolls, line wager, free odds bet, odds wager, payoff odds, sixth roll, remaining chips, initial bankroll, craps numbers, house advantage, casino personnel, true odds, bet boxes, roll bet, fourth roll, odds notation, event rolling Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Don't Pass, Don't Come, Fifth Roll, Pit Boss, Seventh Roll, Eighth Roll, Ninth Roll New!
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