Resumo de The Art Of War

THE ART OF WAR AND THE ART OF POKER

The list of quality books on poker written by respected authors and poker
professionals seems to get longer almost daily. From Super System I and
II, the offerings of Sklansky, Malmuth and a host of others, there is no
shortage of outstanding advice and information available out there
regarding the game of poker.

The finest poker book of all in my opinion has been available for more
than two thousand years. The concepts advanced within it can be
successfully applied to poker in all its many variations from Hold'em to
Razz. Written in ancient China by the renowned philosopher, successful
general and noted political advisor, Sun Tzu, The Art of War has been a
blueprint for achievement and success throughout the centuries. Figures
like Napoleon, Patton, Mao, Ho Chi Minh, Donald Trump and Norman
Schwarzkopf have credited The Art of War with responsibility for inspiring
some of their most significant achievements.

In The Art of War, Sun Tzu's approach to combat is thoroughly analytical.
Like the very best poker players his method is predicated upon careful
planning, complex analysis, complete preparation and formulation of an
overall strategy which can be quickly adapted as circumstance and
situation may dictate.

Sun Tzu repeatedly emphasizes the importance of, and abiding need for
rationality and self-control. Both are fundamental requirements for
consistent success at the poker table. The Art of War stresses the crucial
necessity of avoiding engagements which are entered into without extensive
and detailed situational analysis. The calculations, assessments and
preparations mandatory prior to engaging enemy forces in the field are
discussed in depth. Most, if not all are relevant to the game of poker.

Outside pressures such as haste, fear of being branded a coward and
personal emotions such as anger, hatred and over-confidence are also
discussed in The Art of War with Sun Tzu warning that they should be
recognized, guarded against and never, ever permitted to adversely
influence the decision making process.

Sound like information which might improve your overall perspective and
benefit your poker game? I certainly think it will. If you happen to be in
the market for that next great poker book, you might want to pick up a copy
of The Art of War by Sun Tzu and give it a good read. It could turn out to
be just what you needed to take your game and perhaps many other
endeavors in your life to a higher level of achievement and success.

                                Daniel Stefan Dowdy
                                      7. June, 2005

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