The World's Greatest Blackjack Book

by Lance Humble, Carl Cooper

A revised and updated edition of the blackjack player’s bible with complete information on the odds, betting strategies, and much more“A significant contribution to the literature of blackjack . . . I recommend the book to beginners as well as experts.”—Edward O. Thorpe, author of Beat the DealerThis is the most comprehensive guide ever published on blackjack, the only casino game in which a knowledgeable player can gain an advantage over the house. It features the Hi-Opt I, the most powerful simple betting system available today, and has been revised and updated to include the rules of play in Atlantic City as well as the latest information on international playing rules. No matter what your level of experience, it will teach you how to make the most  money possible playing your cards. You'll • How to pick a casino, with ever major casino in the world evaluated by name• How to pick a dealer• How to keep from being cheated• How to play the cards, using the Basic Strategy to your best advantage• How to win at home and at “Las Vegas nights”• How to keep from being banned once you are a winner

433 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 17, 1987

Reviews

[Michael · Rating 5 out of 5]

I bought and read this book about 20 years ago and the system within still stand today. There are probably other books now that elaborate on this particular system, but I played this counting system on live card tables in Vegas and did very well. It will keep you break-even in most online casinos. If it doesn't, then you're playing at the wrong online casino.

[Sascha Kozole · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolute must read of you want to to learn how to count cards!
Very well explained in a funny way. Tables, mathematics, statistics and everything you need is enclosed.

I'm not sure if there are new/newer versions of the book hence the information and recommendations regarding casinos and their rules should be read with caution and double checked.

[Harry Harman · Rating 5 out of 5]

tens of thousands of his book, Playing Blackjack as a Business, reached eager readers. He had a system for everyone, mathematician or moron.

[M. Peter Casey · Rating 3 out of 5]

It's a fine book and a brisk read, but largely obsolescent because everything you could need here is available freely online.

These days TWGBB is more a story of a time gone by, with references to casinos long since demolished, playing conditions that haven't existed for decades, and advice for scenarios that are now exceedingly rare or nonexistent (like decent-stakes home games or charity nights). It's still an enjoyable read in that regard.

One thing I did find very amusing was a brief interview with a Vegas veteran near the end of the book who noted, "...Las Vegas is going downhill... Food is expensive, shows are outrageous... now they're losing the little old lady who faithfully drops $200 a trip several times a year." This was written in 1980 and I'm pretty sure you could've heard some version of that same tale every year in the 45 years since. But the bettors keep coming.

[Ali · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good

[Abraham · Rating 4 out of 5]

Such a fun read.

Beware: the actual strategies don't start until after the 160 oh so page.

[Andreas Kontokanis · Rating 2 out of 5]

Old book, doesn't work in the millennium, probably the guy earned more money from selling the book than his system.

[Michael Huczek · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is great. It really get's the readers attention and gives really helpful tips. The key to winning is in this book. The book doesn't only focus on the game of blackjack but on everything in a casino fro bluffing to the amount of money You have left. Great book.

[Chris · Rating 5 out of 5]

The definitive guide for the beginning blackjack player. Highly recommended!

[Remigijus]

good

[Энхмэнд Жавхланцогт]

pzda

[Talha · Rating 1 out of 5]

Good