The first Super System, penned and polished by Doyle Brunson, often referred to as the Poker’s equivalent of Babe Ruth, is acclaimed by aficionados as the most impactful book ever published on the subject of poker. Presently, Super System II takes it a notch higher, building upon the original by introducing new games, innovative strategies, and fresh experts. This is a completely new creation – not a revision.
The star-packed roster for SSII features Chip Reese, whom Doyle acknowledges as one of the world’s top three players, possibly even the best; Johnny Chan, a two-time WSOP champion who shares the record for the most World Series bracelets with Doyle, boasting nine each; Doyle Brunson himself, a two-time WSOP champion and the most accomplished poker player ever; Lyle Berman, the founder of the World Poker Tour, the best Omaha player globally, and a three-time WSOP gold bracelet owner; Bobby Baldwin, a former WSOP champion and the current CEO of Bellagio; Mike Caro, the most renowned poker theorist and a best-selling author; Jennifer Harmon, the most accomplished female player in poker history and among the top ten players overall.
The future heir to Doyle’s crown, Todd Brunson, victor in over twenty tournaments, alongside Danny Niegro and Barry Greenstein, are among the notable mentions. The widely played games in the current day include No Limit Hold’em, Limit Hold’em, 7 Card Stud, 7 Card Stud 8 or Better, 7 Card Stud High-Low Split, No Limit Omaha, Omaha 8 or Better, Limit Lowball Draw, High Draw Poker, Chinese Poker, and Triple Draw Lowball. There are also significant sections on professional poker strategies and the psychology behind poker. For the second edition of the ultimate poker classic, Super System, Doyle Brunson has brought together the most exceptional players, theorists, and world champion poker players.
Collaborating with the iconic Brunson, Caro has given a fresh perspective to the ultimate guide of poker books, incorporating new and personal observations that assist the reader in comprehending the initial 1978 publication. Caro deconstructs 36 concepts into Analysis, Commentary, Concept, Information, Mission, Play-By-Play, Psychology, Statistics, Story, or Strategy. The piece includes some fresh content and is abundantly illustrated.
