Final Table

By (author): Jonathan Duhamel

Translated by: Christina Palassio

A poker champ shares the story behind his biggest win

What makes a World Series of Poker Main Event champion? Is it knowledge of math or psychology? Is it the ability to determine other players’ hands?

In Jonathan Duhamel’s Final Table, discover what it takes to win $8.9 million in one tournament. Duhamel takes readers through crucial game moments and traces his strategic thinking. Should he go all-in? Should he fold? What is the right balance between risk and caution? Duhamel reveals the specific qualities winning poker players need.

Learn about Jonathan’s development as a poker player from his earliest days through to his online playing, into tournaments and the decision to go pro. Whether you’re a Friday night player or a professional, Final Table will entertain and educate you.

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Christina Palassio

Christina Palassio is the former managing editor of Coach House Books.


AUTHOR

Jonathan Duhamel

Jonathan Duhamel won the 2010 World Series of Poker, the Deauville high roller event at 2011’s European Poker Tour Series, and made four final tables at 2012’s PokerStars Caribbean Poker Adventure. He lives in Montréal, Québec.

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A poker champ shares the story behind his biggest win

What makes a World Series of Poker Main Event champion? Is it knowledge of math or psychology? Is it the ability to determine other players’ hands?

In Jonathan Duhamel’s Final Table, discover what it takes to win $8.9 million in one tournament. Duhamel takes readers through crucial game moments and traces his strategic thinking. Should he go all-in? Should he fold? What is the right balance between risk and caution? Duhamel reveals the specific qualities winning poker players need.

Learn about Jonathan’s development as a poker player from his earliest days through to his online playing, into tournaments and the decision to go pro. Whether you’re a Friday night player or a professional, Final Table will entertain and educate you.

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Dimensions:

158 Pages
9in * 6in *
0.579lb

Published:

September 01, 2012

City of Publication:

Toronto

Country of Publication:

CA

Publisher:

ECW Press

ISBN:

9781770411135

Book Subjects:

GAMES & ACTIVITIES / Gambling / Table

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Language:

eng

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