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Cowboys Full Audio Book

Cowboys Full:
The Story of Poker
Author/Reader: James McManus
James McManus

The definitive story of the game that, more than any other, explains who we are and how we operate. This audiobook traces poker from its roots in China, the Middle East, and Europe to its ascent as a global phenomenon. It describes how early Americans took a French parlor game and, with a few extra cards and an entrepreneurial spirit, turned it into a national craze. "Excellent, comprehensive account."—Publishers Weekly » Read More

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$29.99

Publish Date: 11/10/2009
ISBN: 9781427207999

Synopsis:

Traces the history of poker from its origins in China, the Middle East and Europe to its ascent as a global phenomenon, offering additional insight into the game's considerable role in American culture. By the best-selling author of Positively Fifth Street. Simultaneous.

Book Reviews:

"McManus writes with verve and knowledge, though his book is a little sprawling....The thoughts on poker terms and principles in global politics, and on the application of game theory to fields like cancer research are interesting, although McManus does sometimes exaggerate or stretch a point....COWBOYS FULL is so entertaining, informative, and genial that McManus can be forgiven for occasionally overplaying his hand."

New York Times Book Review - Robert Pinsky (11/15/2009)

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