Famous Gamblers, Poker History, and Texas Stories

The writing style is impressive, believable, and engaging. It was a perilous era, and nearly all the men have passed. What a fantastic book! – Doyle Brunson, Poker Hall of Fame, author. The author’s writing skills are as commendable as his playing abilities. For poker stories, Johnny Hughes is the go-to person – Anthony Holden, London, President of the International Federation of Poker, author. A fascinating storyteller and passionate historian, he vividly brings characters to life with a unique style, painting vivid images with witty, lush descriptions that echo Tom Wolfe – Paul “Dr. Pauly” McGuire, author. He’s the William Manchester of poker history. His narratives illuminate the obscure corners of poker’s subculture, offering the best depiction of these unique characters – Nolan Dalla, Media Director, World Series of Poker, author. It’s the authentic tale of poker’s early days and its evolution into a phenomenon – Crandell Addington, Poker Hall of Fame.