Italian book on the relationship between the ideas of Machiavelli and poker
" In the actions of all men , and especially of ' Principles .... you look at the end . " - Niccolo Machiavelli
In poker tournaments , and the art of war , David Apostolic showed players how to use the strategies discussed in the military manual of Sun- tzu to significantly improve their tournament play . Now focuses on another timeless masterpiece of tactical thinking - Machiavelli's The Prince - and reveals his strange application not only to play poker tournaments, but in all forms of poker.
The lessons of Machiavelli on how to get and stay in power have inspired leaders and captains of industry along five centuries , and those same principles can revolutionize your game. In fact, the poker room is the perfect arena in which to apply the strategies of Machiavelli. At the poker table , there are no moral dilemmas . All players are equal and all share the same goal - to win . For Machiavelli , the end justifies the means, and follow its guidelines pragmatic and acute will allow players to become smart and disciplined, who are not afraid to use any means (legal ) to get the desired result. Discover how to :
l Adopt the mindset of a powerful leader
the Defend and protect your capital
Play the whole situation , not just the current hand
Taking more than the chip as possible to your opponents
Melt the deception with diplomacy
Always play with the discipline
Exploiting the vulnerability of your opponents and punish their mistakes
If you want to take control of the table, get the respect and admiration of your fellow players and play with conviction and ruthless, ensuring you a significant advantage , this is the book for you!
DAVID APOSTOLIC is the author of poker tournaments and the art of war . Play dozens of poker tournaments a year and won both tournaments online in Atlantic City.