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Well? Do ya? Punk? Here is a brief rundown of some of the books that should be considered required poker reading. 1) Doyle Brunson’s Super System This book is the pivotal book in learning the basics. It comes in two sets, the old one and the new one, and it provides some of the most in-depth, accessible information in understanding the fundamentals of the game of poker. Complete with easy to follow examples and a great flow that guides you from beginner to intermediate to advanced in on time. 2.) Poker: The Real Deal by Phil Gordon Gordon is one those pokerplayers who’s as unorthodox in his advice giving as addictive as he is in storytelling. While the book isn’t one to get really in-depth into actual poker strategy, this is one hell of a self-help book. It borders on neurolinguistic programming, as the words seem to permeate into your brain, and you recall them almost subconsciously at the table. A must for understanding the poker mindset. 3.) Harrington on Holdem This book is not to be taken lightly. It is highly advanced in it’s technical knowledge, but simplistic enough that if you’ve been playing for a while you’ll easily see the gold mine of knowledge contained within. Again, I warn that this is not a light read, but if you can make it through all three and understand the concepts, I’d say you’re ready to start playing with the big boys. Finally number 4) Mike Caro’s Book of Poker Tells. This one is a bit dated, but it does supplement well the Phil Gordon book on the Poker mindset. Caro’s book is fully illustrated and gives real life examples into understanding the subconscious bodily and psychological actions that follow players when playing, even when they don’t know they’re doing it. My suggestion: Pick up all four, read them like a Holy Book, and watch your game soar.