Reader reviews of the first edition

'Sheer genius.'

'Not just good writing, but sound tactical, mathematical and psychological advice about no-limit hold'em.'

'Just reading the ten pages on bluffing would turn most unprofitable players into profitable ones.'

'With lots of practice and this book, you can become a very sound poker player.'

second edition of this bestselling poker handbook, retitled to emphasise the the basics, principles, psychology and mathematics of No-limit Texas Hold'em - the most popular and fastest growing form of poker played

Excellent guide for beginners and improvers

How to understand the game, make more money at it and have more fun playing

Dan Shavick has been playing poker for as long as he can remember and is a highly successful player, both online and off. Andrea Shavick is an established author and broadcaster who also happens to be poker mad! Together they guide you through the complexities of this intriguing game in the most entertaining way.

Contents

1.Introduction

2.The rules

3.Strategy and play

4.Poker variants

5.The rules

6.Strategy and play

7.Poker variants

8.Places to play for fun/free/while you're learning

9.Playing for money

10.Land-based casinos

11.General poker playing/gambling tips

12.Where to learn more

13.Glossary