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Best books to learn Poker, in order
Poker knowledge stacks like a bankroll: the fundamentals of ranges and pot odds first, then game theory and exploitative play, then bankroll discipline and the mental game under pressure. Reading out of order is expensive — the advanced plays lose money without the foundation.
Reading paths for poker
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Beginner10books72 hrs5 stages
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Frequently asked questions
- How should I approach learning poker?
- Poker knowledge stacks like a bankroll: the fundamentals of ranges and pot odds first, then game theory and exploitative play, then bankroll discipline and the mental game under pressure. Reading out of order is expensive — the advanced plays lose money without the foundation.
- What's a good book to start poker with?
- A strong starting point is Thinking in bets by Annie Duke. The ordered reading paths above show exactly where it fits and what to read next.
- What should I read after poker?
- Once you have the fundamentals, explore closely related subjects like Chess, Behavioral economics, Statistics.