The Illustrated Guide to Texas
Hold'em (Dennis Purdy)
The Illustrated Guide to Texas Hold'em
by Dennis Purdy
-Focuses on how to play low-limit hold'em ring games
-Our rating: 9 (out of 10)
Overview
Dennis Purdy, the successful low-limit
hold'em cash game player lends his thoughts and analysis in this
original approach to teaching hold'em strategy. Purdy introduces
readers to the game with some informational essays at the beginning
of the book and then leads into the actual gameplay situations. The
book talks about fixed-limit games, which is what beginners usually
should start with. I hear that a no-limit version is in the works.
What makes these example hands unique is
the layout and structure. On the left page you'll see a full
10-handed table graphic, your position at the table, and your hole
cards. Purdy then describes the hand situation and asks you to
decide what you would do. On the right side of the page, you'll see
detailed analysis from Purdy on the proper way to play the hand.
This highly graphical approach is a
simple and original way for beginners to learn the game and
intermediate players to cut down on leaks in their game. The price
is very affordable compared to other poker books and the layout is
filled with a ton of essential examples to reinforce strategy.
Comments
Overall, this is an excellent choice for
both beginners and developing players. I have heard several comments
from new players about how easy this book was to read. While they
said that they had a tough time getting through more mathematical
books from Sklansky, they got through Purdy's text in one sitting.
That's the key of this book: it's easy to understand.
The strategy is put into practical terms
that beginners can follow. The large table graphic makes it easy for
visual learners to put themselves at the poker table. Instead of a
quick gloss-over of a solution, Purdy takes a whole page to explain
why he's right. He doesn't include a lot of math, but he gives you
just enough to figure out the proper pot odds and outs of making
your hand. For about $10, this understandable book is a good value
to start or add to your poker library
Score
Out of 10, I give The Illustrated
Guide to Texas Hold'em a 9. In my opinion, it's a great read for
beginners or those who haven't mastered the game yet.
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