The Rough Guide to Poker
Iain Fletcher(Author)
Rough Guides (Publisher)
Published on 27. October 2005
Book
Paperback/Softback
256 pages
978-1-84353-669-7 (ISBN)
Description
The Rough Guide to Poker is the ultimate companion to the world's most famous card game. This essential guide tracks the game's history, from its early beginnings on the Mississippi riverboats, right up to the current global boom in online playing and televised tournaments. Known for its mystique, glamour and notoriety, the guide looks at the game's most famous poker faces, from playing legends Johnny Moss and Thomas "Amarillo Slim" Preston, to US President Richard Nixon and Hollywood celebrities, Brad Pitt and Ben Affleck. There is also section on the rise in popularity of women players, including actress Linda Fiorentino who won her part in Men In Black in a poker match. The guide also looks at the global fascination with poker, from its starring role in recent blockbuster movies to the current buzz in celebrity TV poker. The heart of the guide looks at the many different versions of the game, with detailed explanations on how to play, and plenty of useful, insider advice, tips and secrets on how to become a successful player. From the glamorous casinos of Las Vegas to the top online poker sites - this guide looks at the very best places to play the game and comes complete with a full glossary of poker terms to make sure you get the most from your hand...and that's no bluff!
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Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
APA Publications
Dimensions
Height: 161 mm
Width: 113 mm
Thickness: 12 mm
Weight
180 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-84353-669-7 (9781843536697)
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Person
Iain Fletcher is an author, journalist and experienced poker player. He has published two books on gambling, written numerous articles for the Independent, Independent on Sunday and Scotland on Sunday newspapers, and has recently contributed to the gambling magazine, Inside Edge. As a keen poker player, both online and in cash games, Iain can regularly be spotted as a guest player at media poker tournaments.