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Cordoza Publishing

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Poker poker, card game, believed to have originated in Asia and first played in the United States in the 19th cent. A traditional cutthroat gambling game at first, it is now also an internationally popular social pastime.  players will benefit from three guides which cover the basics and offer many insider tips on playing poker. Mike Caro's Caro's Book Of Poker Tells: The Psychology And Body Language Of Poker (1580420826, $24.95) covers the body language of opponents, from subtle shrugs and sighs to shaky hands and eye contact. Learn how to spot a bluff, uncover tells from actors, and understand when strong acting means a weak hand with this valuable guide by an expert on poker strategy Poker strategy is a complex subject. This article only attempts to introduce basic strategy concepts. The fundamental theorem of poker
The fundamental theorem of poker, introduced by David Sklansky, states that every time you play your hand the way you would if you could
 and statistics. Doyle Doyle   , Sir Arthur Conan 1859-1930.

British writer known chiefly for a series of stories featuring the brilliant detective Sherlock Holmes, including The Hound of the Baskervilles (1902).
 Brunson's Poker Wisdom Of A Champion (1580421199, $14.95) shares what he's learned over the years in playing Texas games. Psychology, drama, winning advice, and fun moments of his poker life pack a blend of memoir memoir

History or record composed from personal observation and experience. Closely related to autobiography, a memoir differs chiefly in the degree of emphasis on external events.
 and insights to make for a lively account of some high moments. Tom McEvoy's Tournament Poker (1580421-237, $29.95) provides a powerful guide by the 1983 World Champion of Poker, who learned the game at an early age. From how to win each of the eleven games in the World Series of Poker The World Series of Poker is the largest set of poker tournaments in the world. It is held annually in Las Vegas, lasting just over a month. A bracelet is awarded to the winner of each of the fifty-plus events which include all the major varieties of poker.  to rebuys, mixed-games tournaments, super satellites and more, strategies presented here may be applied to many types of poker competitions. All are excellent game guides.
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Title Annotation:Caro's Book of Poker Tells: The Psychology and Body Language of Poker; Poker Wisdom of a Champion; Tournament Poker
Publication:The Bookwatch
Article Type:Book review
Date:Nov 1, 2005
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