The Maran family has been printing and publishing easy-to-follow textbook type words, one title at a time, for more than 30 years. The efforts they put into each title, including this one, shows as they pack each page (and illustrate in four color) the essentals you need to play hold'em, Omaha and stud while giving tips to help the newcomer feel comfortable in a public setting. They give expert advice for tournament play, extensive information on psychology (tells and bluffing included) and provide helpful tips that answer the most commonly asked questions about poker. The information about beginning online play is quite extensive.