Poker Books Published in 2006

Aces and Kings is the perfect book for the ever-growing group of poker players, whether beginners or aficionados. Through fascinating, intimate profiles of the game’s greatest players, including World Series of Poker winners Doyle Brunson, ‘Amarillo Slim’ Preston, Chris Moneymaker, Howard ‘the Professor’ Lederer, and Chris ‘Jesus’ Ferguson, it tells readers everything they need to know about the game. The authors have received unprecedented access to poker’s top practitioners, providing thrilling moments, valuable insights, and how-to advice taken from real-life experiences at the highest-stakes tables.

Frugal Video Poker is a comprehensive guide to mastering this popular casino game. It provides detailed instructions on how to identify profitable pay schedules and strategies to maximize potential winnings. The book starts with the basics, teaching beginners how to differentiate between good and bad paytables. More experienced players can learn bridge concepts that enhance their performance. The book also discusses special opportunities like tournaments, promotions, and progressive games, as well as new cutting-edge games. It includes a resource section for advanced study. Additionally, it offers lessons on using video poker computer software to elevate your game.

The Poker Tournament Formula explores the intricacies of poker strategy with a focus, on no limit Texas Hold’em tournaments. Snyder, a seasoned poker pro and expert in gambling shares insights and tactics to excel in the world of tournament play. The book covers a range of aspects such as hand selection at the beginning strategic positioning during gameplay understanding pot odds and implied odds as well as reading opponents effectively. What sets this book apart is its approach to strategy – highlighting the significance of assertiveness and chip accumulation. With its guidance The Poker Tournament Formula equips players with the tools they need to enhance their skills and maximize their chances of success, in both events and international competitions.

Angel Largay, a consistent winner in maximum buy-in no-limit games, has taught thousands of people his winning poker strategies. Now, he’s sharing his expertise in No-Limit Texas Hold’em with a broader audience. Despite millions playing, only a few can profit from these games. Largay’s teaching method guides you through the game’s complexities, highlighting what works, common errors, and how to overcome them. Many of his students are now professional players. If you aspire to play like a pro, No-Limit Texas Hold’em can help you achieve this.

This book compiles humorous quotes, anecdotes, and stories related to the game of poker. It includes insights from famous poker players, celebrities, and other notable figures who have shared their thoughts and experiences about the game. The book is meant to entertain and amuse readers, rather than provide serious strategy or advice for playing poker. It is a light-hearted and fun read for poker enthusiasts and those interested in the culture surrounding the game.

Ladies, poker is the latest trend! It’s not just a man’s game anymore, but an exciting activity for everyone. If you’re unfamiliar with the game, don’t worry. This straightforward guide will have you mastering the game in no time. It offers clear, expert advice on all the rules, strategies, and best moves, complete with illustrated, step-by-step examples. Discover how and when to bluff, check, raise, and manipulate to increase your odds of winning. Familiarize yourself with the tactics and terms so you can confidently call, check, raise, and fold.

This is a collection of essays that explore the connections, between the widely popular card game of poker and various profound philosophical concepts. Through the lens of poker this book explores ethics, probability, decision making and human nature. The essays are thoughtfully written by a group of philosophers experienced poker players and scholars who cleverly use the game as a metaphor to delve into philosophical issues. With its perspective, on poker and captivating exploration of ideas this book offers readers an engaging journey worth venturing into.

This book is about the author’s journey across the United States in search of the worst poker players. The author, an experienced poker player himself, sets out on a road trip to find and play against the weakest poker players in America, hoping to make a living from his winnings. The book is part travelogue, part poker strategy guide, and part character study, as Greenspan encounters a wide range of colorful characters and situations along the way. It provides an entertaining and insightful look into the world of poker, as well as the diverse landscape of America.