Favorite books about casinos

[David Miller]

Oh man, you gotta read "Bringing Down the House" by Ben Mezrich. It’s about the MIT blackjack team that cleaned out Vegas back in the day. Super intense and shows how much math and discipline go into card counting. Even if you’re just a slot player, it’s inspiring.

[Arjun]

That’s a classic! If you want something more fiction-y but still about casinos, try "Casino Royale" by Ian Fleming. Bond playing high-stakes baccarat? It’s iconic. Plus, it gets you into the mindset of taking calculated risks—something we all need at the tables.

[aSan1387]

For the math nerds, gotta shout out The Theory of Gambling and Statistical Logic by Richard A. Epstein . Yeah, it’s a bit of a brain workout , but if you wanna really get into the nitty-gritty of probabilities and game theory, it’s pure gold . It showed me why some games are legit worth grinding, while others are just bankroll killers

[Alex Carter]

These are great! I’m adding them to my list. What about books that help with managing mindset? I feel like I tilt way too much after a losing streak

[David Miller]

For mindset, check out "The Mental Game of Poker" by Jared Tendler. Yeah, it’s about poker, but the mental strategies apply to any kind of gambling. Staying cool, knowing when to walk away—it’s all there

[Arjun]

Agreed. I’d also throw in "Gambling for Life" by Harry Findlay. It’s part autobiography, part gambling philosophy. He’s made (and lost) millions betting on sports and horses, and it’s all about managing risk and reward. Super relatable for any gambler

[aSan1387]

If you’re looking for pure entertainment , check out Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas by Hunter S. Thompson . It’s not about strategies or winning , but it nails the chaos and surreal side of gambling culture perfectly 🤪

[Alex Carter]

This is an amazing mix of suggestions—thanks, everyone! I’ll start with Mezrich’s book and then dive into the rest. Let’s see if any of these give me an edge or at least help me stay sane on bad runs

[Yooo]

Toggle Quote On 1/23/2025 at 11:19 AM, Alex Carter said:

This is an amazing mix of suggestions—thanks, everyone! I’ll start with Mezrich’s book and then dive into the rest. Let’s see if any of these give me an edge or at least help me stay sane on bad runs

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If you are into strategy, the Theory of Poker is a must read
Changed how i see the game

[A. Steward]

Haven’t read it yet, but its on my list, thanks

[Dracula]

Toggle Quote On 3/26/2025 at 10:34 AM, A. Steward said:

Haven’t read it yet, but its on my list, thanks

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I love poker stories, makes me feel like I'm at the table with them 

[Тимур]

I love reading casino stuff

Toggle Quote On 3/26/2025 at 11:13 AM, Dracula said:

I love poker stories, makes me feel like I'm at the table with them 

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