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Summary: Thank you Jerry Patterson for the above bullsh review.
Review: At one time, years ago, Jerry Patterson was a respected author and purveyer of legitimate information on Blackjack. Unfortunately, he now hawks a worthless BJ scam based on groundless "theories" of voodoo Blackjack known as TARGET. Don't waste your time. Get the real stuff from respected authors such as Bryce Carlson, Don Schlesinger, Stanford Wong and Ken Uston.
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Summary: Blackjack A Winners Handbook
Review: Blackjack A Winners Handbook is without a doubt, the most comprehensive book on the shelves today. Yes, it is true that, Jerry has a Blackjack course to sell, along with his book. I bought that course 6 years ago, and have "never" had a year since that did not make me a "very good profit". I do keep records which is part of the course.
It is not based on superstition, or useless types of progression, regression betting. It is based on "sound research" done by Jerry, his students, and, instructors over his vast years of experience.He teaches you to find a winning table before you even sit down, then guides you through the steps on how to read the type of game it is, as well as money management, in taking a profit from the table whether, it be small, or large. He has taught thousands of people to be a better player, and most, unless deceased, continue as students, and friends to this very honourable writer and gentleman. Yes, I am biased, and now for the past 4 years a instructor for him, but,with a very good reason. He has made me, and countless others all winners. By the way, none of us, as instructors, recieve any pay for the help we give, his students. It is done because it works, and we believe in it. Best regards, Donnie Bond. AKA 007...Canada
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Summary: Taking advantage of bonuses offered by online casinos
Review: Blackjack: A Winners Handbook has some very useful strategies even for those who are not located near a casino by taking advantage of bonuses offered by online casinos. Due to the heavy competition between the online casinos most offer a bonus for new accounts. Such a bonus might be $50 added to your account for initial $50 deposit. In order to collect the bonus you must wager a certain amount as determined by the casino. The bonus amount and minimum amount wagered vary by casino. Also be aware that often roulette & craps do not count towards the minimum amount that must be wagered in order to collect bonus. Blackjack wagers count at nearly all casinos. Once you have wagered the necessary amount you can then request withdrawal, hopefully at a profit. Just be sure of the rules for bonus and withdrawals which can be found under terms & conditions before you download casino or call the toll free number for the casino. Some casinos also give comps based on amount wagered and credit your account when comps reach a certain level such as $20. Also watch for bonus added to your account if you vote for that casino as casino of the month.
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Summary: For entertainment purposes ONLY
Review: Brief: If you are going to play blackjack then the price of this paperback book isn't bad for understanding some of the interesting details about this game. Rule #1: Players who play a system lose systematically. Rule #2: Casinos have made much money on those that think that they can out-smart the casinos. I have played on BJ teams, roulette teams (wheel and dealer bias), race and sports books. The race books have been my ONLY long-term money-maker (I would qualify this though in the right forum). I feel that I have played every system ever invented/constructed/fabricated known to humankind. I've read every book, every critique, and paid enormously for every "SYSTEM" sold out there. Since I am independently wealthy, I could afford to buy such things and try them out as much as I want. I did, and my advise to you: you will not beat the casinos. I will put all my money on that. Unfortunately, many live on fantasy alone, much to their own undoing. I've met Jerry Patterson in the late 80's while exploring a few systems. Generally, he is a person of integrity. I understand that his research into systems brings him into contact with many that make his life a frustrating soap opera. Such is the battle-ground, I suppose. I respect Jerry Patterson for his extensive work in this field. My advise to you is simple: some people make money doing that one thing that is claimed to make you money, and other people sell information about making this same money. Well, why sell this information if you are happily making such money? If Jerry Patterson can't make a good-enough living on his talents in this field (and he is, at the very least, one of the best players), then why do you think you can? If YOU found a great system for beating craps, blackjack, the slots, horses, or NFL playoffs, THEN would you publish how others can similarialy benefit, OR, --if it is such a great system--, just go about making your good money? Publishing books and systems on how to beat the casino is a way to make money. It is not very good money, but good enough with decent sales. This, of course, wouldn't approach what may be implied in the money that could be made if following this "system" in the field. Right? So, again, if you have a winning formula, why go hawk it to the public, if not to make sure, but small, money on it from publishing rather than seldom successful practicing of it. Think about this until it makes sense. With the price of this book, I DO believe it is well worth the read if you plan on doing BJ as entertainment only. If your looking for a way to make a lot of money, then, sorry, don't let me embellish your imaginary world.
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Summary: No statistical logic behind this book
Review: I bought this book because it was published so recently, and I was disappointed. The only good thing about this book was the section on Internet casinos, and the card counting drills listed in one chapter. This rest of this book is filled with superstitions and assumptions and betting progressions that have no mathematical proof whatsoever, and pretty much that the game cannot be beaten unless you buy his system that he sells. If you are a beginner, this book wont hurt you, but I would reccomend buying a book from a real blackjack author who doesn't have a system that they are trying to sell you throughout the book.
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Summary: Refreshing Approach to BJ
Review: I found this book a very refreshing approach to blackjack. Real time experiences at the tables and sharing the ideas that work in the real world of casinos helped me conserve my bankroll and even come out ahead more times than not. It is easy to read and understand. This book is a must for all gamblers, especially blackjack players. Enjoy!
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Summary: One of the few Blackjack Greats who's still around
Review: I've read just about every worthwhile Blackjack book published, and have even met a few of the authors personally (Uston, Patterson, and... "Wong," who apparently penned the 1-star review below). Around 1980, there must have been a hundred people writing Blackjack books, and the only one of them still standing, and more important, still playing in casinos, 20 years later is Patterson. That kind of longevity in the "Blackjack trenches" is unique. You get the basics on the game, plus an outline of systems and development of Blackjack strategies from the beginning up to current methods. He includes discussions of shuffle tracking, hole card play, various counting systems, concealed computers, and card clumping (all of which Patterson has himself used over the years). The Basic Strategy and basic count are included, as well as some of Patterson's newer techniques refined from his experiences. He also details excellent money management systems and strategies for betting with count and without count. Plus, Patterson summarizes and reviews quite a few books and newsletters and makes recommendations for further reading and study of the game. My opinion is, whatever books you get on Blackjack, this is the one to start with. This book is a great start on skillful playing.
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Summary: A terrific introduction to the world of blackjack stategy!!
Review: I've read several blackjack books and this one is by far the most entertaining and informative. While every author has their own "winning methods", Jerry Patterson explains the reasoning behind his strategy with easy to understand examples and stories. His conersational approach is refreshing and makes for a quick read. He also writes with the average weekend gambler in mind. This way the reader feels as though they are actually receiving expert advice instead of a "get rich playing blackjack" message. This practical "Handbook" is a must for any blackjack collection.
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Summary: A must read for all blackjack players
Review: Jerry L. Patterson, with over a quarter century of teaching blackjack, has in one single book provided the most comprenhensive analysis of the game that is currently available. As oppopsed the the majority of blackjack books, which promote mechanical systems, he provides a complete understanding and a thorough analysis of every facet of the game. By following Patterson's teachings any blackjack player will benefit and if after reading the book one cares to further their knowledge there are courses that the author provides.
Jerry Patterson is one very few widely respected experts in the blackjack education business and has an extremely large group of loyal followers, who over the years have prospered from his knowledge and teachings.
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Summary: A must read for all blackjack players
Review: Jerry L. Patterson, with over a quarter century of teaching blackjack, has in one single book provided the most comprenhensive analysis of the game that is currently available. As oppopsed the the majority of blackjack books, which promote mechanical systems, he provides a complete understanding and a thorough analysis of every facet of the game. By following Patterson's teachings any blackjack player will benefit and if after reading the book one cares to further their knowledge there are courses that the author provides.
Jerry Patterson is one very few widely respected experts in the blackjack education business and has an extremely large group of loyal followers, who over the years have prospered from his knowledge and teachings.
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