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Posted Fri Apr 14, 2006 2:08 pm GMT by kainARGH
So yea , got payed today ( jsut started work couple weeks ago ) and figured I'd treat myself to a good poker book. So vote now , or sugest a better option 
p.s. I've been playing online again , play alot of limit but do want to step into new games IE omaha 8 stud triple draw ect , also play NL from time to time. I prefere live NL though still , so this may guide your recomendation.
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Posted Fri Apr 14, 2006 2:25 pm GMT by UrAteUp
Harrington for NL.
Slansky for limit and low stakes.
Slansky also for 7-stud.
As for titles, go to the book store and see what they have available. If you plan on buying several through the year join the Barnes and Noble club and get 10% off plus bonuses throughout the year.
Posted Fri Apr 14, 2006 2:31 pm GMT by TxShadow
Man we've been talking about poker books a lot lately haven't we?
If you've never read it, I'd suggest "The Theory of Poker" by Sklansky. There are other good books out there for specific games and stakes, but that one just plain ups your understanding of the workings of poker.
Also, my advice would be to check out prices on Amazon or something. Those poker books are pretty pricey when you buy them new at a bookstore.
Posted Fri Apr 14, 2006 2:38 pm GMT by UrAteUp
Good Point TX. I probably have more wrapped up in books then I ever had in my bankroll...  . Ebay is another good source to find used poker books. Barnes and Nobles online site features used books as well. If you have used book stores in your neighborhood they might be worth giving a call to. If you can get them cheap enough used you might feel like treating yourself to a couple books...
Posted Fri Apr 14, 2006 2:39 pm GMT by golddog
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0877798087/qid=1145043335/sr=2-1/ref=pd_bbs_b_2_1/002-4726904-5904809?s=books&v=glance&n=283155
Sorry, couldn't resist 
Harrington on Hold-em, Volume 1 & 2 are the best books I've come across so far. Well-written, not so dry and technical as Sklansky.
Also check out your local library.
Posted Fri Apr 14, 2006 2:40 pm GMT by JewishPete
| TxShadow wrote: | Man we've been talking about poker books a lot lately haven't we?
If you've never read it, I'd suggest "The Theory of Poker" by Sklansky. There are other good books out there for specific games and stakes, but that one just plain ups your understanding of the workings of poker.
Also, my advice would be to check out prices on Amazon or something. Those poker books are pretty pricey when you buy them new at a bookstore. |
harringtons book was around 22 on amazon I believe.
It says 29 on the cover, so you are definately saving buying them online.
New too by the way
Posted Fri Apr 14, 2006 2:42 pm GMT by zinn0
The thing about Harringtons books is that they are tournament strategy books. If you play a lot of NL cash games, I would recommend ToP. It will give you a good, fundamental understanding of the basic concepts in all poker games.
Posted Fri Apr 14, 2006 3:29 pm GMT by kainARGH
thanks for the replies 
Will be deciding probably over the weekend , dunno if ill make it to the bookstore in time today. And if im waiting till the weekend , ill just as easily check out places online.
zinn0
Havenig never read the books I don't know , but yuor saying all of the advice , in both books are stricvtly tournement advice? I know some tournament advice can be applied to other areas as well , but is the lionshare of the info in there only about tournaments ? or are there other chapters on other aspects as well?
yea , im hopeing I can get 2 or 3 , if i find some good places online
Posted Fri Apr 14, 2006 4:01 pm GMT by TxShadow
| kainARGH wrote: | thanks for the replies
Will be deciding probably over the weekend , dunno if ill make it to the bookstore in time today. And if im waiting till the weekend , ill just as easily check out places online.
zinn0
Havenig never read the books I don't know , but yuor saying all of the advice , in both books are stricvtly tournement advice? I know some tournament advice can be applied to other areas as well , but is the lionshare of the info in there only about tournaments ? or are there other chapters on other aspects as well?
yea , im hopeing I can get 2 or 3 , if i find some good places online |
To my knowledge, both of Harrington's books are strictly regarding tournament play.
Posted Fri Apr 14, 2006 4:15 pm GMT by KingOfSpades
I'm currently reading harringtons books and they are on tournaments only. They are very good and have upped my game (i only play tournaments because when i go all-in and lose i don't lose more money on a stupid mistake).
Posted Fri Apr 14, 2006 4:57 pm GMT by Phil14312
Harrington for tournaments.
Sklansky's "small stakes hold'em" for everything under about 2/4 online.
Sklansky's "hold'em poker for advanced players" for everything 2/4 and up online.
Posted Fri Apr 14, 2006 11:13 pm GMT by xDiamond_CutteRx
Kain, it seems like you play mostly tournaments, so I would go with Harrington's books if I were you.
Posted Sat Apr 15, 2006 4:15 pm GMT by kainARGH
golddog
I finally clicked on your link lol , nice one. But really I'm good with spelling , terrible with typing .... depending on the keyboard.
Posted Sun Apr 16, 2006 10:51 pm GMT by KingOfSpades
I just finished Volume I of harrington's book. It was very good and i've made a little money using the material from the book. Now for volume II *rubs hands together*
Posted Mon Apr 17, 2006 12:07 am GMT by kainARGH
So if anyone is curious , I went to my moms place. Checked out the bookstore ...... 32 bucks ( 29.95 + tax ) ...... but my problem was i had nothing but cash on me , nothign in the bank account. Bank wasnt open, so i just bought oen book , will put cash into my bank account on monday and order a couple online.
bought harringtons volume one , I really like it best ouit of any book ive read so far. Great material , wonderful little Q&A what would you do scenario's , well written and solid advice.
I'm really enjoying it.
Posted Mon Apr 17, 2006 12:13 am GMT by mackkie
Yeah im almost done reading it after only 2 days...i cant put it down and hes got a ton of helpful info in there. Just even looking at pot odds really helps me decide whether to call or not and make sure I am getting the right odds vs. payout. I cant wait to get vol. 2
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