Zen and the Art of Poker

Author: Larry Phillips
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780452281264
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 196

Book Description
Inside the intriguing world of poker lies a fascinating exercise in strategy and extreme concentration--many of the same principles that underpin the one-thousand-year-old philosophy of Zen spirituality. Zen and the Art of Poker is the first book to apply Zen theories to America's most popular card game, presenting tips that readers can use to enhance their game. Among the more than one hundred rules that comprise this book, readers will learn to: *Make peace with folding *Use inaction as a weapon *Make patience a central pillar of their strategy *Pick their times of confrontation Using a concise and spare style, in the tradition of Zen practices and rituals, Zen and the Art of Poker traces a parallel track connecting the two disciplines by giving comments and inspirational examples from the ancient Zen masters to the poker masters of today.

Caro's Book of Poker Tells

Author: Mike Caro
Publisher: Cardoza Publishing
ISBN: 1580424600
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 308

Book Description
One of the ten greatest books written on poker, this must-have book should be in every player's library. If you're serious about winning, you'll realize that most of the profit comes from being able to read your opponents. Caro reveals the the secrets of interpreting tells-physical reactions that reveal information about a player's cards-such as shrugs, sighs, shaky hands, eye contact, and many more. Learn when opponents are bluffing, when they aren't and why-based solely on their mannerisms. Over 170 photos of players in action and play-by-play examples show the actual tells. These powerful ideas will give you the decisive edge.

One of a Kind

Author: Nolan Dalla
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 074347659X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 338

Book Description
First biography of the greatest card player of all time. Stuey Ungar was a true original, a mass of contradictions and a god among gamblers. As a high school dropout, Ungar soon developed a reputation for talent and raw nerve in playing gin. A nonstop gambler he was soon conquering Las Vegas. One of a Kind chronicles Stuey's spectacular rise as the most feared tournament player in poker history to his tragic fall. Compelling and riveting, this is the first ever look at the man behind the legend.

Zen in the Art of Archery

Author: Herrigel Eugen
Publisher: Waking Lion Press
ISBN: 9781434104694
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 90

Book Description
A fascinating introduction to Zen principles and learning.

Elements of Poker

Author: Tommy Angelo
Publisher: Booksurge Publishing
ISBN: 9781419680892
Category : Poker
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
"Beyond statistics, beyond whether to raise, call, or fold, Elements of Poker reveals a new world of profitability for your bankroll and your life. You know tilt costs you money, but do you know how to make it go away? You know position is important, but do you know how to cash in that knowledge? Elements of Poker will teach you all of this and much more. Published in 2007, Elements of poker has been extremely well-received by the poker community for its fresh perspective, grand scope, humor, insight, and tilt reduction teachings. Tommy Angelo is a top tier poker coach, poker writer, and philosopher. Join professional, winning poker players like Phil Galfond, Ed Miller, Simon Munz, Lee Jones, and David Benefield in reading the book that Jay Rosenkrantz calls the best poker book ever."--

The Tao Of Poker

Author: Larry W Phillips
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1440519307
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 225

Book Description
Poker is more than just a card game - it can also help you become a winner away from the gaming tables! By blending the life lessons of a time-honored spiritual practice with the strategy of this popular card game, you can create a powerful approach to successful play - and successful living. In The Tao of Poker, prize-winning poker player Larry Phillips offers more than 280 rules to bring you to new levels of personal achievement, just when and where you need them most. Here are some of The Tao of Poker’s rules for success: Take the long view Once you commit to a hand, play it strong Don’t throw in good money after bad If you think you’re beat, get out Try out these rules and watch your game, and your life, improve. Now you can be a winner at home, at work, and at the casino - wherever the stakes for success are high!

Zen and the Art of Casino Gaming

Author: Miron Stabinsky
Publisher: Summit Pub
ISBN: 9780945806158
Category : Games
Languages : en
Pages : 278

Book Description
Approaching casino gaming from a psychological point of view, readers learn how to deal with anger, identify unrealistic expectations, and manage the desire for revenge.

The Mental Game of Poker

Author: Jared Tendler
Publisher: Jared Tendler LLC
ISBN: 0983959722
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 263

Book Description

Blackbelt in Blackjack

Author:
Publisher: Cardoza Publishing
ISBN: 1580424252
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 369

Book Description
Long considered the underground bible for beating the game, Blackbelt in Blackjack has already earned players millions and millions of dollars. Newly revised and updated, this step-by-step blueprint for beating the casinos reveals exclusive tips and tricks used by the pros-including shuffle tracking, team play, multiple deck camouflage techniques, betting strategies for beginning and advanced players, and much more. Twenty-one power-packed chapters, plus a complete course on beating blackjack: the devastating red seven count, the high-low count, the zen count, the true count, and so much more. 328 pages

Decide to Play Great Poker

Author: Annie Duke
Publisher: Huntington Press Inc
ISBN: 1935396323
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 464

Book Description
Poker is a game of table position, flop texture, players in a hand, personalities, and so much more. This book teaches you how to identify and analyze those variables, become a great strategist, and have confidence in any poker situation. Decide to Play Great Poker is written by Annie Duke, the world's most renowned woman poker player, with John Vorhaus, himself a winning poker player and prolific author.