Good Biographical Poker Books

PokerProdigy · #1 05-15-2005, 03:29 PM

Are there any good biography and/or auto-biography poker books out there? If so which ones? And why did you like them?

I understand that most of these books won't talk about poker strategy, but I am just interested in how the pros got where they are today. So basically, I am looking for some poker books that discuss how they got from being a beginnning poker player to a good/great poker player. I am NOT as interested in there life story as I am interested in how they became successful, if that helps you with the list of books.

KingMarc · #2 05-15-2005, 03:33 PM

Aces and Kings.

Well written book, about many of pokers greatest stars.

avatar77 · #3 05-15-2005, 06:07 PM

You should check out Matt Matros' new book.
Although Matros is not yet a poker superstar, he is a considered a solid player who can hold his own at the highest levels.
I am only about half way through this book but am finding it a very good read. Matros goes through a great story about how he progressed through the different levels (friendly home games to pro tournaments) and how he adapts to different styles and games.

I recommend it.

luckybeans · #4 05-15-2005, 07:28 PM

PokerProdigy:

The Making of a Poker Player by Matt Matros sounds exactly what you are looking for. I just finished reading it and it is a very good read. It is not a strategy book by any means but is a light entertaining read to see how someone steps up in level from home games to more advanced limit levels and takes a shot at some big events by playing satellites. While you do not learn any poker strategy per se, I think it is worthwhile in that Matt stresses the need to read poker books, seek out mentors, discuss hands with peers and do everything in your power to keep learning.

Daliman · #5 05-16-2005, 12:37 AM

Education of a poker player by herbert O Yardley.
Moneymaker's book is good.
Aces and Kings is very good.
Amarillo Slim in a world full of fat people is good.

Jordan Olsommer · #6 05-16-2005, 01:27 AM

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Education of a poker player by herbert O Yardley.

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I totally forgot about that one.

I vote for reading it, but be sure to ignore the strategy, unless you plan on playing some five-card stud in the near future and have nowhere else to turn for tips [img]/images/graemlins/tongue.gif[/img]

Plus, the heart attack story is priceless.

Malachii · #7 05-16-2005, 07:44 AM

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Amarillo Slim in a world full of fat people is good.

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I absolutely loved Amarillo Slim in a World Full of Fat People... BUT if you're looking for good biographical POKER books, then I wouldn't really reccomend it.

PokerProdigy · #8 05-16-2005, 10:06 AM

The only place I checked for this book was on Amazon and it was like $35, is there anywhere else I can get it for cheap [img]/images/graemlins/confused.gif[/img]

PE101 · #9 05-16-2005, 11:39 AM

I got it at the public library. This is a good one to read, but not own...

Jordan Olsommer · #10 05-16-2005, 01:06 PM

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The only place I checked for this book was on Amazon and it was like $35, is there anywhere else I can get it for cheap [img]/images/graemlins/confused.gif[/img]

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isbn.nu says its available for about $14 at several sites - also check your public library; you can usually find it there as well.