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Flop: The Art of Winning at Low-Limit Hold 'Em
Flop The Art of Winning at LowLimit Hold 'Em Author:Richard G. Burke "The luckiest man alive," his opponents complain! In 136 fact-filled pages, the author explains how he gets so "lucky" and stays so "lucky" at the fascinating game of Texas Hold 'Em, as played for low limits in casino card rooms, in home games and on the Internet's virtual poker rooms. Written for beginning, intermediate, and experienced poker ... more »players who want to win at low-limit Texas Hold Em, the book depicts winning starting hands by high cards, by kickers, and by key cards. The book explains winning criteria for calling and raising past the Flop. Tactical raising and calling prior to the Flop, depending on position strength and hand strength, are also covered. Suited and connected starting hands are treated in depth. Different player types are pigeonholed by their loose-tight, passive-aggressive characteristics. Different game types are also described by their loose-tight, passive-aggressive characteristics. The effect of the house rake and dealer tokes on playing styles is explained. The author also devotes a chapter to player mannerisms and behaviors (tells) that provide valuable clues to their hands. Well-written and easy to read, the books valuable principles are illustrated by ten graphs, several tables, and fourteen examples of winning plays at low-limit Hold Em. A gem!« less