Poker: A Winner's Guide (Perigee) [Mass Market Paperback]

Andy Nelson (Author)

Book Description

Series: Perigee | Publication Date: July 1, 1996

Whether it's a serious trip to the casinos or a Friday night game with friends, poker players can rely on this easy-to-follow guide for everything they need to know, from the basics to the finer points of the game. The rules for Stud, Draw, High/Low, Hold 'Em, plus variations on all the games are covered, plus a wealth of skills needed for each. Special section on how to win at tournaments.

Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Perigee Trade; 1st edition (July 1, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0399522123
• ISBN-13: 978-0399522123
• Product Dimensions: 5.4 x 0.6 x 8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.7 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #932,131 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars FOR BEGINNERS ONLY, January 29, 2000

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mike cole (jersey city) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Poker: A Winner's Guide (Perigee) (Mass Market Paperback)

This book contains information that is for the most part correct, however it geared strictly for beginners. If you are at all familiar with casino poker then this book is probably too basic to be of much value. Concepts and advanced stratagies needed to beat 10-20 games and up are not covered in enough detail or depth to help you against todays well educated player. Good for someone who plays in a friendly home game once a week for fun. If you really want to become an expert you will need to find books specific to the type of poker your playing. Try books by mason malmuth and or david sklansky.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Beginners Book!!!, July 17, 2001

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pD Rounder (Marietta, GA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Poker: A Winner's Guide (Perigee) (Mass Market Paperback)

Along with most of the other reviews on here, I agree that this is a great beginners book. It doesn't get too much into detail about higher limit games, but beginners don't need to worry about that yet. It does a great job of explaining different types of major poker games. It also tells you a key aspect of the game that I think it equally as important as knowing the game, and that's self control and money management. The glossary in the back is also useful. The only down side to this book is it doesn't get into great detail on betting structure. When I first read this book, I noticed the most popular low limit game fo Texas Hold 'Em (1-4-8-8), is not really talk about. Overall, if you are new to the game of Poker, and want to learn the essentials, GET THIS BOOK!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent book for any poker player, January 27, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Poker: A Winner's Guide (Perigee) (Mass Market Paperback)

I read this book entirely through the day I got it, and then a second time a few days later. I then tried out Mr. Nelson's suggestions and strategies at a local card room. My play improved 1000%. I was seeing things I'd never noticed before. I caught myself several times thinking about staying when I should be folding. One trip to the poker room saved me the cost of this book five-fold! Thank you, Mr. Nelson!