The Science of Draw Poker; A Treatise comprising the Analysis of Principles, Calculation of Chances, Codification of Rules, Study of Situations, Glossary of Poker Terms, Necessary to a Comprehensive Understanding of the Great American Game.
New York: David A. Curtis, 1901. Hardcover. Jessel 349 (Bibliography of Works in English on Playing Cards and Gambling, 1905). Jessel describes it as 'The most elaborate, as it is the most handsome, of the many treatises on this Game'. Extraordinarily detailed study of draw poker, with a colored illustration of hands and an extensive glossary. The author is identified on the title page as the 'Poker Expert of the New York Sun'. Printed by Fless & Ridge Printing Co., Fifth Avenue, New York. Red covers with some wear, some discoloration in the gutters, text block split between pages 64 and 65. All edges stained red. [1-9], 10-216, [217] pages. 16 x 24 cm. Very Good. Item #2022-M315
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