The World Series of Poker has become one of the most entertaining
poker events on the planet, attracting thousands of players and spectators
and drawing in millions around the globe for the televised programs
covering the action.
These annual events have produced some of the most memorable events
in the history of poker, and an enterprising author has pulled these
together in a new book released this week that chronicles 52 of the
finest moments in the 37-year history of poker’s most illustrious
and biggest prize winning tournament.
Written by Mark Rogers ’52 Greatest Moments, World Series of
Poker’ artfully brings to life the colorful history of the WSOP
from the legendary days of Johnny Moss, Doyle Brunson and Stu Ungar,
to the more recent exploits of Phil Hellmuth, Chris Moneymaker and
2006 winner Jamie Gold.
The book counts down the top 52 moments from Main Event championships
and preliminary event bracelet records to the influential moments
that defined some of poker's most memorable characters.
Each of the 52 chapters carry detailed accounts of the history behind
the tournament’s best bluffs, best comebacks, perfect tens (tournament
bracelets) and how they eventually unfolded, with interesting tournament
statistics and notable WSOP finishes for each featured player.
The new release includes more than 100 quotes from professional poker
players and critics, full color photographs, a full glossary of poker
terms, rules and rankings, plus a gallery of all of the World Series
of Poker Champions.
Check out the 52pokermoments.com website for the detail.