Scarne's Guide to Modern Poker - Softcover

Scarne, John

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0671530763 ISBN 13: 9780671530761

Publisher: Touchstone, 1984

Synopsis

This book can change your gambling future! John Scarne, who is widely recognized as today's greatest gambling expert, reveals the secrets and strategies you need to increase your enjoyment - and winnings - at the world's most popular card game. Scarne lays down the rules of all 117 forms of poker - including the latest variations like Texas Hold 'Em - making this book invaluable as a source of new games and as the arbiter in any disputes. Where at one time the ultimate verdict on rules was 'according to Holye', today it is 'according to Scarne'. Learn how to: Bet like an expert; Protect yourself from poker cheats; Use probabilities to enhance your game; Balance caution against betting courage; Bluff successfully; Master the twenty vital strategies every expert player must know; Handle your money wisely over an evening game - and over a poker lifetime.

About this title

About the Author:

John Scarne, now deceased, was recognized during his lifetime as the world's foremost expert on gambling. His knowledge and spirit live on in the many books he wrote, including "Scarne's Guide to Casino Gambling, Scarne's Modern Poker, The Odds Against Me, Scarne on Cards, Scarne on Dice," and many, many others.

Synopsis:

Details the rules for each of the 117 variations of poker, discusses poker psychology, probabilities, opening values, betting, and money management, and offers advice on protection against poker cheats.

About this edition

• Publisher: Touchstone
• Publication date: 1984
• ISBN 10: 0671530763
• ISBN 13: 9780671530761
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 312