Poker. Bets, bluffs and bad beats

Inbunden bok. Bloomsbury. 2001. 128 sidor.

Nära nyskick. Skyddsomslag i mycket gott skick. ENGELSK TEXT. Format 25 x 23 cm Vikt 820 g.
Inbundet svart klotband med rygg- och pärmtext i relier och skyddsomslag, mycket rikt illustrerad med stämningsfulla foton i sv/v och färg av Kelly Duane. "A smoke-filled room. The clink of chips breaking the silence of furious concentration. The occasional muttering of "check," "raise," and "fold," as staggering amounts are wagered on a simple hand of five cards. In this fascinating book, acclaimed writer A. Alvarez narrates the history of poker-its most amazing stories, unforgettable players, and incredible hands. From the first great Las Vegas poker marathon, in which Nick the Greek played Johnny Moss for five months straight, to the more recent World Series of Poker, Alvarez captures a subculture rich with legend. His lively text is combined with a colorful array of poker-inspired art, advertisements, movie stills, and photos to create an entertaining ode to the pastime that is not so much a game of cards as a way of life." CONTENTS: Introduction - Learing to play 1. The American game 2. Origins - From gambling to science 3. Character and courage 4. Money - The language of poker 5. Bluff 6. Famous hands and bad beats 7. The world series 1994. Glossary of poker terms. Index. Credits.
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