Elements of Poker | 
 enlarge | Author: Tommy Angelo
Publisher: Tommy Angelo
Category: Book
List Price: $29.95
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Rating:  19 reviews
Sales Rank: 6989
Media: Paperback
Pages: 266
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.1
Dimensions (in): 9 x 6 x 0.9
ISBN: 1419680897
Dewey Decimal Number: 795
EAN: 9781419680892
ASIN: 1419680897
Publication Date: December 13, 2007
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Product Description
Beyond statistics, beyond whether to raise, call, or fold, Elements of Poker reveals a new world of profitability for your bankroll and your life. You know tilt costs you money, but do you know how to make it go away? You know position is important, but do you know how to cash in that knowledge? Elements of Poker will teach you all of this and much more. Tommy Angelo is a top tier poker coach, poker writer, and philosopher. Humorous and provocative, Elements of Poker turns conventional poker wisdom inside-out. Join professional, winning poker players like Ed Miller, Jay Rosenkrantz, and Lee Jones in reading what Al Schoonmaker calls "the most original poker book I've ever read." ---------------- Tommy's book is the best poker book I've ever read. -- Jay Rosenkrantz, a.k.a. KRANTZ
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 One of the most thoughtfull books yet. October 16, 2008
T. Alvarez (CA)
This is the most refreashing poker book i have read, it helps tie everthing about playing together to make you a better player.
I don't have much time to write this, but if you want to be a better more thoughtfull player this is the book for you.
 The best book about tilt control in poker yet April 28, 2008
F. A. Buijsen (Haarlem, The Netherlands)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
There are some books about poker psychology, or, more specifically, controlling your own psychology when dealing with the tilt-inducing parts of poker.
Tommy Angelo's book is different since it doesn't just tell you not to tilt (like, duh) but gives genuine ideas about what to do when you do (and you will). Also, the chapter on meditation is unique and still highly practical.
Also, Tommy has a wonderfully creative writing style which makes the book just a joy to read.
Great writing April 26, 2008
Matt Flynn (Raleigh, NC)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I helped edit the manuscript, am listed in the thank yous, am a friend of Tommy's, and was coached by him in 2001 before he started charging. So there's my conflict of interest but this is independent truth:
Elements of Poker is the best-written poker book on the market by a wide margin. It is truly a delight to read.
Many players with good A games go broke because they either rarely play their A game or their C game is so bad that their A game doesn't matter. Most people study poker to improve their A game, and most poker books are written towards improving A games. EOP is more about improving your C game, reducing tilt, and overcoming poker pain. If you're not into those things don't buy it. If you are, Elements of Poker is a fine read.
Matt Flynn
Co-author, Professional No-Limit Hold 'em.
 Don't bother .... save your money for the tables on this one April 24, 2008
The Cobra (Southern California)
2 out of 5 found this review helpful
I actually went to the author's website before purchasing the book, and found many of his poker 'phrases' quite clever. I went into the book with the mindset of being entertained and I figured if I could glean a few nuggets of wisdom regarding playing poker, it would be worth the investment. Sadly it proved to be not entertaining at all. I have read over 50 poker books. I enjoy the topic and obtaining different perspectives is always enjoyable.
When I was finished with this book, I just had a blank stare on my face. It neither entertained me, nor improved my game. About the only two things that stuck with me from the book were: 1) The author is a poker coach, and 2) don't tilt as much.
Disappointing April 21, 2008
kaimano (Italy)
2 out of 7 found this review helpful
I don't know what the other readers searched in this book but I was looking forward an improvement in my game. Instead this book is all about words and discussion on poker world but NOT about poker strategy itself. I've recently bought about 15 poker books and this was by far the worst of them. Please save your money.
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