While some will argue that concepts and ideas presented in gordon s book are somewhat outdated, it will help you develop your poker mind and create your own style of play. The key to competing with todays top players is finding the postflop edge, but to really understand this new playing style, you need to get comfortable with the underlying math. You will pick up some incredible tips in all of these books. Strategies, tips, and pearls to help you grow and manage a practice of distinction.
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In his little gold book, phil gordon reexamines the game from the ground up. Phil gordon plays poker with the best players in the world. Phil gordons little green book by phil gordon audiobook. The top players today are fourbetting so much more than aces its incredible. Since reigning poker expert phil gordon s little green book illuminated the strategies and philosophies necessary to win at no limit texas holdem.
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