This practical book provides all the basics you need to get started in poker, from jargon and history to rules, etiquette and winning strategies. All the essential elements of the game are laid out in simple-to-follow step-by-step detail: the house rules, the sequence of play, betting terms, the value of hands, and structure. Then the basic skills and tactics are outlined, including odds, card reading, body language and the art of bluffing.