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Weighing the Odds in Hold'em Poker
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Weighing the Odds in Hold'em Poker by King Yao
Hits
- A close to complete guide of the mathematical factors of Limit Hold'em poker
- Extensive assortment of example hands and well explained mathematics behind odds and expected value
- Mathematical analysis and examples of non-poker situations
- In depth mathematical analysis of the plays in Limit Hold'em
Misses
- Tough for beginners to get through and appreciate
- Math sometimes less than perfectly explained
Review
King Yao, a former derivatives trader and lifelong poker player, is the author of Weighing the Odds in Hold'em Poker. Written for anyone interested in learning the cold hard math behind poker, specifically Limit Hold'em, the information contained in this book will most certainly aid the reader in improving their analytical game.
The main emphasis of Weighing the Odds in Hold'em Poker is on analyzing the mathematical probabilities of certain plays. It features a fair amount of relatively advanced mathematical analysis, and discusses everything from table selection and player styles to odds, outs, and expected value. For the beginner player or someone just interested in math, each scenario also explains (in plain text) the basis of the conclusions reached.
Turning math and poker odds into readable, interesting and captivating text is not an easy task, but King Yao manages fairly well in preventing the book from becoming a prolonged session of math homework by weaving in examples, stories and fun facts. However, do not be fooled: the fact is that this book deals almost exclusively with the mathematical side of poker, and it will not be an easy read for the inexperienced player. On the other hand, the serious player who is always on the lookout for a competitive edge, and is willing to buckle down and do some homework to get it, will find this book to be of great value. Every chapter is well written and contains analytical examples and situations. As a poker book it might be a slightly tough read, but it will provide you with a concrete understanding of the math behind the odds and outs of Limit Hold'em.
Weighing the Odds in Hold'em Poker consists of 20 chapters divided into four main parts: (1) The Foundation of Limit Hold'em Poker; (2) Five Strategies in Limit Hold'em; (3) Hand Development; and (4) Short Handed Play and Online Poker.
This book reads 352 pages in total, including an appendix and glossary.
Details:
- Hardcover $24.95
Pi Yee Press
