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American Mensa Guide to Casino Gambling Winning Ways

by: Brisman, Andrew

American Mensa Guide to Casino Gambling Winning Ways

by: Brisman, Andrew

ISBN 13:
9780806948379
ISBN 10:
080694837X
Format: Paperback
Copyright: 12/31/1999
Publisher: Sterling

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"...begins by acquainting you with the ambiance of the typical casino and presenting an overview of the vast gaming industry. He thoroughly explains odds, probabilities, and the casino's inherent advantage. He presents an in-depth discussion, imbued with delightful humor, of the many games offered....teaches you to gamble like an educated consumer, and following its advice will make you feel like a winner."--Games.

Introduction	p. 6
Welcome to the Casino	p. 8
Inside the Casino	p. 8
The Casino Empire	p. 13
Common and Not-so-Common Questions	p. 17
The Essentials for Feeling Like a Genius in Any Casino	p. 21
Becoming a Smart Player--Part I	p. 22
Understanding Odds and Probability	p. 22
Understanding the Casino's Advantage	p. 26
A Peek Over the Edge	p. 34
Avoiding Pitfalls	p. 35
Luck	p. 36
The Essentials for Understanding What You're Up Against	p. 37
Blackjack	p. 38
How Blackjack Is Played	p. 39
How the Hand Plays Out	p. 41
Blackjack Protocol and Etiquette	p. 43
Blackjack Strategy and Smarts	p. 44
Basic Strategy Insights	p. 47
Why You Always Use Basic Strategy	p. 59
Card-Counting	p. 64
The Casino Still Makes a Killing	p. 70
Blackjack Variations	p. 71
The Essentials for Playing Blackjack Like a Genius	p. 74
Slot Machines	p. 75
How Slots Work	p. 75
Playing a Machine	p. 79
Slot Machine Strategy and Smarts	p. 81
Why Play?	p. 86
Slot Clubs	p. 87
The Essentials for Playing Slot Machines Like a Genius	p. 91
Video Poker	p. 92
How Video Poker Is Played	p. 92
Video Poker Strategy and Smarts	p. 94
Are You in the Money?	p. 105
Strategy Tables	p. 108
So Many Games, So Little Time	p. 114
There's Still More to Know	p. 118
Video Poker Misconceptions	p. 121
Common Questions	p. 122
The Essentials for Playing Video Poker Like a Genius	p. 123
Craps	p. 124
How Craps Is Played	p. 124
The Bets and the Odds	p. 127
Still Nervous?	p. 137
Craps Strategy and Smarts	p. 139
The Essentials for Playing Craps Like a Genius	p. 141
Baccarat	p. 142
How Baccarat Is Played	p. 142
How the Hand Plays Out	p. 145
Baccarat Strategy and Smarts	p. 146
The Essentials for Playing Baccarat Like a Genius	p. 148
Roulette	p. 149
How Roulette Is Played	p. 149
The Bets	p. 151
Roulette Strategy and Smarts	p. 153
The Essentials for Playing Roulette Like a Genius	p. 157
Caribbean Stud Poker	p. 158
How Caribbean Stud Poker Is Played	p. 158
Caribbean Stud Poker Protocol and Etiquette	p. 160
Caribbean Stud Poker Strategy and Smarts	p. 160
The Essentials for Playing Caribbean Stud Poker Like a Genius	p. 162
Let It Ride	p. 163
How Let It Ride Is Played	p. 163
Let It Ride Strategy and Smarts	p. 166
The Essentials for Playing Let It Ride Like a Genius	p. 171
Pai Gow Poker	p. 172
How Pai Gow Poker Is Played	p. 172
Pai Gow Poker Protocol and Etiquette	p. 175
Pai Gow Poker Strategy and Smarts	p. 175
More Pai Gow Poker Know-How	p. 179
The Essentials for Playing Pai Gow Poker Like a Genius	p. 180
Poker	p. 181
A Quick Poker Primer	p. 182
The Casino Poker Room	p. 184
Seven-Card Stud	p. 186
Texas Hold'em	p. 188
Other Games	p. 191
General Poker Strategy and Smarts	p. 192
Casino Poker vs. Kitchen Poker	p. 194
The Essentials for Playing Poker Like a Genius	p. 199
Sports Betting	p. 200
How Sports Betting Works	p. 200
The Wide World of Sports Bets	p. 201
Sports Betting Strategy and Smarts	p. 208
The Essentials for Betting Sports Like a Genius	p. 211
Horse Racing: Off to the Races	p. 212
Keno	p. 216
How Keno Is Played	p. 216
Keno Strategy and Smarts	p. 222
Video Keno	p. 223
The Essentials for Playing Keno Like a Genius	p. 224
Other Casino Games	p. 225
Three Card Poker	p. 225
Bingo	p. 227
Casino War	p. 228
Sucker Games	p. 229
The Essentials for Playing Other Casino Games Like a Genius	p. 232
Becoming a Smart Player--Part II	p. 233
You and Your Money	p. 233
What It Really Costs to Play	p. 234
Money Management: Myth or Reality	p. 235
Systems	p. 238
The Eternal Questions	p. 239
Money and Psychology	p. 240
Casino Freebies	p. 243
Comp Strategy and Smarts	p. 246
Other Offerings and Perks	p. 247
Trip Planning	p. 248
Taxes	p. 248
The Essentials for Playing Like a Genius in Any Casino	p. 249
Master Chart of All Casino Bets	p. 250
Cost per Hour Chart	p. 253
Gambling Glossary	p. 255
Recommended Reading and Resources	p. 263
Do You Have a Problem?	p. 268
What Is American Mensa?	p. 269
Index	p. 270
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