getting the best of it / gambling for a living / gambling theory and..

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Gambling Theory is a hidden gem in the 2+2 library. Mason's abilities as a writer really shine in this book. Gambling Theory is a great marriage between the quantitative/theoretical and the anecdotal.

For nuts and bolts math, Getting the Best of It covers various permutations and combinations which one will cover in gaming situations. Its been a few years since I last had it open and have forgotten much of the contents.

Gambling for a Living covers areas like sports betting and horse racing. It may be a little dated and the sports betting section has been surpassed by King Yao's "Weighing the Odds in Sports Betting".

Again, I've not opened any of these books in well over a year and may be giving Sklansky short shrift, but Mason's book has always been a favorite.