This is an excellent book for anyone who wants to learn how to play Texas Hold'em cash games and tournaments. Gordon covers all the basics and gives you a feel of what to expect when you enter a casino to play poker.

The Poker world is like a secret society, poker has its own language and customs -- its own governing logic and rules of etiquette that the uninitiated may find intimidating. It's a game of skill, and playing well depends on more than just a good hand or the ability to hide emotion. The first step toward developing a style of play worthy of the greats is learning to think like a poker player. In a game where there are no absolutes, mastering the basics is only the beginning -- being able to pull off the strategy and theatrics is the difference between legendary wins and epic failure.

First Edition: Published by Simon Spotlight Entertainment in 2004, 284 pages, 9.25"x5.25" hardcover. This is an overstock edition and is in good but not perfect condition. Original price: US $19.95.