A first-of-its-kind written work, Paul Hoppe's 'Way of the Poker Warrior' represents a fascinating achievement in the poker genre. Hoppe, who is both a fourth-degree black belt and a respected mid-stakes Limit Holdem pro, effortlessly blends Eastern philosophy with theories about poker - a game born of the Wild West - in creating a book infused with passion and innovation. In Way of the Poker Warrior, Hoppe expertly employs a martial arts narrative in explaining a revolutionary and comprehensive approach to poker. Hoppe surprises by taking what could have simply been a book about ethereal analogies, and instead grounds his theories with in-depth analysis, including 29 hand examples taken from Limit and No Limit Holdem, Pot Limit Omaha and multi-table tournaments. The book's three sections show how to develop skills, employ those skills, and live a life of conviction like a true poker warrior. Hoppe also skillfully applies his hard-won martial arts knowledge to game theory, balance and