Author Description

"This practical book provides all the information needed to get started in poker, making clear the strategies and jargon of this competitive game. All the basic elements of the game are here, from the house rules, the sequence of play, betting terms and structure. Basic skills are outlined, including odds, card reading, body language and the art of bluffing. All the most popular poker variations are included: Five-card stud, Seven-card stud, Texas Hold'em and Omaha. Rules, tips and strategies are explained with clear artworks showing poker hands both on and off the table."--Global Books in Print