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Girls' Guide to Poker

by Eliza Burnett

Publisher: Hamlyn
Pages: 176
Paperback
ISBN: 9780600615910

Overview of Girls' Guide to Poker

The number of female contenders in the World Series of Poker increased by 400% in 2005-proof, if any were needed, that women have what it takes to be winners at this traditionally macho game. Eliza Burnett, a successful Texas Hold'em player, now gives young women all the poker savvy they'll need in this clear, thorough guide, covering everything from the basic rules to the cool lingo to how to figure the odds of filling an inside straight. Equally important, she shows women how to use their natural instincts to read an opponent's body language. Even beginners who don't know an ace from an ante will soon be betting, raising, bluffing-and raking in the big pots.

Synopsis of Girls' Guide to Poker

The number of female contenders in the World Series of Poker increased by 400% in 2005-proof, if any were needed, that women have what it takes to be winners at this traditionally macho game. Eliza Burnett, a successful Texas Hold'em player, now gives young women all the poker savvy they'll need in this clear, thorough guide, covering everything from the basic rules to the cool lingo to how to figure the odds of filling an inside straight. Equally important, she shows women how to use their natural instincts to read an opponent's body language. Even beginners who don't know an ace from an ante will soon be betting, raising, bluffing-and raking in the big pots.

About the Author, Eliza Burnett

Eliza Burnett is a freelance writer on the subject of poker and a Texas Hold 'em tournament player. She has been playing high stakes poker for over 10 years and has sat down with, and beaten, some of the greatest names on the modern-day professional circuit. She set up PokergirlUK.com in 2006 and provides poker seminars for women.

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