I have 4 books, Looking for Number 5...

No Fizzle · #1 09-28-2006, 04:24 PM

I own (and have read, in order):
HOH 1
HOH 2
SSHE (Miller, Sklansky, Malmuth)
NLHE Theory and Practice

I'm looking to be as well-rounded as I can, tourney and cash games. I play online only, PL and NLHE. I'm looking for recommendations on a 5th book that would help me become a more "complete" player and maybe fill in some of the gaps that the above 4 either do not cover, or do not cover in enough depth. Any input would be greatly appreciated, especially from the more experienced online players. Thanks in advance.

7n7 · #2 09-28-2006, 05:46 PM

The obvious I guess...HOH 3?

I also thought Kill Phil was a fun read and can help when you get short-stacked in tournaments.

loveminuszero · #3 09-28-2006, 05:49 PM

Improve your Poker by Bob Ciaffone

deacsoft · #4 09-28-2006, 06:56 PM

The Theory of Poker by Sklansky is the obvious choice here.

7n7 · #5 09-28-2006, 08:33 PM

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The Theory of Poker by Sklansky is the obvious choice here.

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Knew somebody would say that. [img]/images/graemlins/cool.gif[/img]

pocketse7ens · #6 09-29-2006, 02:42 AM

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The Theory of Poker by Sklansky is the obvious choice here.

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No Fizzle · #7 09-29-2006, 10:22 AM

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The Theory of Poker by Sklansky is the obvious choice here.

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Just wondering, is it that much different than NLHE Theory and Practice?

loveminuszero · #8 09-29-2006, 10:28 AM

Completely different. It is an absolute 100% must buy for all serious poker players.

AJGibson · #9 09-29-2006, 11:03 AM

Theory of poker will give you an excellent insight into the underlying principals of poker in all of its forms, not just Hold'em.

All serious students of the game have read it and if you're serious about the game you should own a copy, it's that simple.

No Fizzle · #10 09-29-2006, 06:41 PM

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Theory of poker will give you an excellent insight into the underlying principals of poker in all of its forms, not just Hold'em.

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I'm only playing PL and NLHE right now.

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All serious students of the game have read it and if you're serious about the game you should own a copy, it's that simple.

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This is what I've heard, and this book is certainly on my future to-get list. I was looking more for a book that would significantly help my online play now, used in conjunction with the 4 I've read already.
Knowing this, would this still be the most recommended?