Download or read book Dealer s Choice written by James Ernest and published by Overlook Press. This book was released on 2005 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We all know that money won is twice as sweet as money earned, and there are plenty of books that will help you if you want to mortgage the house to take on the $30-$60 table at the Mirage or the Taj Mahal; but most of us are looking for a friendlier species of the game, a chance to test our luck in the enjoyable company of friends, and, if we are favored with good fortune and they are not, to really, really rub their noses in it. Dealer's Choice is the ultimate guide to the world of low stakes poker, where fun and bragging rights count as least as much as the final tally. Starting with the elementary principles every beginner will need to know before swimming with the sharks-betting, bluffing, and the hierarchy of hand values-Dealer's Choice also includes invaluable tips on how to host the perfect poker evening (the relative merits of chips versus coins, what food to serve) as well as fascinating sidebars (great poker hands in cinema, trivia, unspoken laws of the game) and hilarious profiles of archetypal poker characters-the kinds of oddball one is bound to encounter sooner or later across the green felt. Every conceivable variety of poker is discussed in each of its variants, from established favorites like Baseball and Follow the Queen to truly esoteric mutations of the authors' own invention such as Frankenstein, The Lord of the Rings Trilogy, and Hamlet (i.e., Jacks are low, Queens are wild, Kings dead). Renowned illustrator Phil Foglio has enlivened the text with spectacular line drawings. With worldwide interest in poker at unprecedented peak, Dealer's Choice gives casual players the chance to re-create, right in their living rooms, the excitement of the World Series of Poker... except without the five million dollar jackpot-but pizza and beer aren't bad either.

Download or read book Games Dealers Play written by Skip Thomsen and published by . This book was released on 1991-12 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Beat the Dealer written by Edward O. Thorp and published by Vintage. This book was released on 1966-04-12 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Book That Made Las Vegas Change the Rules Over 1,000,000 Copies in Print Edward O. Thorp is the father of card counting, and in this classic guide he shares the revolutionary point system that has been successfully used by professional and amateur card players for generations. This book provides: o an overview of the basic rules of the game o proven winning strategies ranging from simple to advanced o methods to overcome casino counter measures o ways to spot cheating o charts and tables that clearly illustrate key concepts A fascinating read and an indispensable resource for winning big, Beat the Dealer is the bible for players of this game of chance. **Bring these strategies into the casino: Perforated cards included in the book**

Download or read book Casino Games written by John Gollehon and published by Cardoza Publishing. This book was released on with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The classic, revised for the first time in almost a decade, provides quick, clear and concise winning information on eight important casino games blackjack, craps, slots, video poker, baccarat, roulette, keno and sports betting. Gamblers are impatient and like to learn quickly, so this is just what the doctor ordered. Casino Games talks to readers in language they understand-straight to the point and in the language of a fellow player, not a mathematician. Each chapter, in thirty minutes or less, gets readers armed and ready to play and win.

Download or read book Hoyle s Standard Games written by and published by . This book was released on 1924 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Foster s Encyclopedia of Games written by Robert Frederick Foster and published by . This book was released on 1897 with total page 652 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Insolent Chariots written by John Keats and published by Philadelphia : Lippincott. This book was released on 1958 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A wonderful, prescient diatribe on the American automobile industry and the tyranny of the automobile in our cities.

Download or read book How to Play Card Games written by Jon Nelsen and published by Life Level Up. This book was released on 2024-01-11 with total page 325 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you searching for the perfect way to spice up family game nights? Looking for a fun and easy way to introduce kids to the joys of card games? "How to Play Card Games: A Beginners Card Game Rule Book of Over 100 Popular Playing Card Variations for Families, Kids, and Adults" is your ultimate guide to the world of card games. This book is an essential addition to any family's game collection, offering a treasure trove of card game rules that are perfect for players of all ages. Card Game Book Overview: - The Basics of Card Games - Card Games for Kids 8-12 - Matching Card Games for Sharp Minds - Family-Friendly Card Games - The Ultimate Card Games Rules Book - Advanced Strategies for Adult Players - Quick and Easy Card Games - The Classics: Rediscovering Traditional Games - Creative Variations: Mixing It Up The book not only introduces you to classic games but also unveils lesser-known gems. Whether you're a seasoned player or a beginner, this comprehensive guide has something for everyone. Key Highlights: - Beginner-Friendly: Tailored for beginners, this book ensures everyone can join in the fun. - Wide Range of Games: From traditional favorites to exciting new variations, explore over 100 card games. - Family Bonding: Find games that are perfect for family gatherings, ensuring laughter and fun for all ages. - Educational Value: Card games for kids enhance critical thinking and social skills. - Diverse Complexity: From simple to complex, there's a game for every mood and occasion. Why This Book Is a Must-Have: - Clear, Concise Rules: Each game is explained with easy-to-understand instructions. - Variety: Discover games suitable for different group sizes and ages. - Skill Development: Enhance strategic thinking and memory skills. - Portable Fun: Perfect for travels, camping trips, or cozy evenings at home. Don't miss out on the endless entertainment! This book is your passport to countless hours of joy and competitive spirit. Whether planning a family game night or looking to brush up on your card-playing skills, this book is your go-to resource. How to Play Card Games not only teaches you the rules but also the psychology behind winning strategies. It's more than just a rule book; it's a guide to becoming a savvy, strategic player. Act now! Dive into the fascinating world of card games and transform your game nights. Whether you're teaching your kids their first card game, hosting a game night with friends, or simply enjoying a quiet evening at home, this book is the perfect companion. With its wide range of games, "How to Play Card Games: A Beginners Card Game Rule Book of Over 100 Popular Playing Card Variations for Families, Kids, and Adults" is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to broaden their card game repertoire. It's a book that grows with you, offering more complex and challenging games as you hone your skills. Don't wait to start making memories! Grab your copy today and master easy to learn card games for you and the whole family!

Download or read book Dealer s Choice written by Patrick Marber and published by Dramatists Play Service Inc. This book was released on 1998 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE STORY: Stephen runs a restaurant and has a weekly poker game in the basement. He enjoys playing for big money, and it's not unusual for the waiters to lose their paychecks, or more, each week. One of the waiters, Mugsy, wants to start a restaur

Download or read book Games and Sport in Everyday Life written by Robert S. Perinbanayagam and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2015-11-17 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This is a powerful, richly nuanced, evocative work; a stunning and brilliantly innovative pedagogical intervention. It provides ground zero-the starting place for the next generation of theorists who study the self, narrative theory, and the place of games and sport in everyday life. A stunning accomplishment by one of America's major social theorists." Norman K. Denzin, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Games of many kinds have been played in all cultures throughout human history. This wide-ranging book explores the social and psychological processes involved in the playing of games. One player (or team) seeks to outwit another by undertaking various physical and communicative moves-not unlike conversations. Games have well-formed "narrative" structures, analogous to myths, that are enacted by each participant to give play to his/her self and its attendant emotions. These plays of the self enable each agent to seek adventures and heroic moments. Going beyond the mythmaking and catharsis that may be achieved by individuals, the author shows how games have been devised and played in particular societies and eras as means of promoting specific ideologies of a society, even social ideals such as utopias.

Download or read book Fun With Games of Rummy America s Most Popular Game written by William S. Root and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2016-09-06 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Download or read book The Penguin Book of Card Games written by David Parlett and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2008-08-07 with total page 688 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Penguin Book of Card Games is the authoritative up-to-date compendium, describing an abundance of games to be played both for fun and by serious players. Auctions, trumpless hands, cross-ruffing and lurching: card players have a language all of their own. From games of high skill (Bridge) to games of high chance (Newmarket) to trick-taking (Whist) and banking (Pontoon), David Parlett, seasoned specialist in card games, takes us masterfully through the countless games to choose from. Not content to merely show us games with the conventional fifty-two card pack, Parlett covers many games played with other types of cards - are you brave enough to play with Tarot? With a 'working description' of each game, with the rules, variations and origins of each, as well as an appendix of games invented by the author himself, The Penguin Book of Card Games will delight, entertain and inform both the novice and the seasoned player.

Download or read book The Mammoth Book of Casino Games written by Paul Mendelson and published by Robinson. This book was released on 2010-05-27 with total page 341 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Paul Mendelson offers an indispensable guide to beating the odds in just about every gambling game, both in casinos and online. He reveals how to shift the odds in your favour as he clearly explains every game and analyses optimum strategies in detail with the aim of helping you to win. Other chapters show you how to: get the best out of your casino - pick up free drinks, meals, hotel accommodation, thousand-dollar shopping trips, room upgrades, flights, bonus money etc.; make the most of your trip to Las Vegas or anywhere else - casino information, the best places to gamble (for each game), recommended hotels and attractions; win online - which sites to avoid and which can be trusted, a discussion of every game from poker through to online bingo, including bonuses, incentives, play-through data and the best strategies to use. The Mammoth Book of Casino Games covers every major casino game in detail, as well as many less well known games, including: blackjack, roulette, punto banco (baccarat, chemin de fer, chemmy), poker (including three-card, Caribbean stud and video poker), Chinese dice and domino games (including sic bo, gwat pai and kap tai shap), slots (three-wheel, multi-line, bonus), other casino games (including Keno, Wheel of Fortune, Red Dog and Spanish 21) and tournaments (slots, roulette etc.). Praise for The Mammoth Book of Poker: 'I've won 20 times the price in the last three days!' Gareth Hughes

Download or read book Hoyle s Improved Edition of the Rules for Playing Fashionable Games written by Edmond Hoyle and published by . This book was released on 1836 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Hoyle s Improved Edition of the Rules for Playing Fashionable Games Containing Copious Directions for Whist written by Edmond Hoyle and published by . This book was released on 1830 with total page 310 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Card Games Around the World written by Sid Sackson and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 1994-06-01 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A leading inventor and collector of games, Sid Sackson is also an expert on game history. For this highly entertaining volume, the self-proclaimed "game addict" has selected over 60 popular games from around the world. A brief but fascinating introductory chapter to the history of card playing is followed by a valuable glossary of terms associated with this popular pastime. Additional chapters supply instructions, detailed illustrations, and an abundance of clear examples for playing such intriguing diversions as Sampen, Kowah, Kabu, Cha Kau Tsz' and Khanhoo from Asia; Skat, Blackjack, Old Maid, Fan Tan, Eights, Klondike, La Belle Loucie, Accordion, and Hearts from Europe; Whist, Blackout, Cribbage, Spoil Five, and Casino from the British Isles; Pif Paf, Samba, Bolivia, and Canasta from Latin America; and Poker, Pinochle, Contract Bridge, Rummy, and Oklahoma Gin from the United States. Most games can be played by children or adults with a common deck of 52 playing cards (a few will need additional cards from a second deck).

Download or read book Bootlegger s 200 Proof Blackjack written by Mike "Bootlegger" Turner and published by Square One Publishers, Inc.. This book was released on 2014-01-08 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For most people, the game of blackjack provides excitement and entertainment—and somewhat erratic results. Although we may know the basic rules and even a few strategies, most of us still manage to lose our stakes time and again. Now, gambling columnist and blackjack expert Mike “Bootlegger” Turner has written the perfect guide to help the average player turn the tables. Bootlegger’s 200 Proof Blackjack begins by explaining the basics of blackjack. It then analyzes the most effective strategies for increasing your odds of winning. Included are discussions of money management for strategic and advantage play, tips for avoiding common pitfalls, a unique section on using the casinos’ promotional money to play, and simple instructions on the best card-counting system for novice counters. Easy-to-follow tables and card hands illustrate strategies. And each book includes a pocket-sized “Quick-Reference Guide” that you can use at the tables.