"Get this book for its relentlessly practical perspective on improving your game. Full of
real-time tips and exercises, it's savvy, humorous, and above all, realistic. It's also a
good read.
The author talks about ways to bring patience, discipline, and wits
to your game. Most importantly, the book looks at the psychology of intelligent
strategising -- how to know when to allocate your resources and when to risk them. It
takes a big-picture view (thus the 'Universal Concepts'). The discussion here goes
down to the bones of the game to unearth some pithy observations on the human
animal, including ways to manage your own expectations.
Everything discussed here, of course, apply to life, not just the poker table. The
underlying message is that reality trumps everything. You can't argue with reality --
although some folks are fond of trying.
This book will support you in the practice of being ruthlessly honest with yourself. I
can't think of a better way to improve your game (and btw your life)." |