FourFlusher 0 Posted May 16, 2008 Share Posted May 16, 2008 I was reading the Art of War by Sun Tzu, a doctrine regarding waging and winning wars which I believe is still being taught at West Point. (6th Century, BC)Anyway, I came across these little gems and thought it interesting how easily they translate into poker wisdom.17. According as circumstances are favorable, one should modify one's plans.18. All warfare is based on deception.19. Hence, when able to attack, we must seem unable; when using our forces, we must seem inactive; when we are near, we must make the enemy believe we are far away; when far away, we must make him believe we are near.20. Hold out baits to entice the enemy. Feign disorder, and crush him.21. If he is secure at all points, be prepared for him. If he is in superior strength, evade him.22. If your opponent is of choleric temper, seek to irritate him. Pretend to be weak, that he may grow arrogant.23. If he is taking his ease, give him no rest. If his forces are united, separate them.24. Attack him where he is unprepared, appear where you are not expected. Link to post Share on other sites
Jeepster80125 0 Posted May 16, 2008 Share Posted May 16, 2008 You can read?: ) Link to post Share on other sites
dna4ever 2 Posted May 16, 2008 Share Posted May 16, 2008 ummmmmmm, you should write a book on these similarities Link to post Share on other sites
Loismustdie 0 Posted May 16, 2008 Share Posted May 16, 2008 ummmmmmm, you should right a book on these similarities Well, someone should learn to WRITE. Link to post Share on other sites
dna4ever 2 Posted May 16, 2008 Share Posted May 16, 2008 Well, someone should learn to WRITE.DOH PWNED! Link to post Share on other sites
FourFlusher 0 Posted May 16, 2008 Author Share Posted May 16, 2008 Chit...there goes another million bucks right down the crapper. Link to post Share on other sites
PMJackson21 0 Posted May 16, 2008 Share Posted May 16, 2008 ummmmmmm, you should right a book on these similaritiesI've read The Art of War, and I've read that book. The Apostolico book was decent, but nothing new if you have previously read Sun-Tzu's book...or if you know anything about tournament poker. Still, not a bad read for anyone unfamiliar with either concept. Link to post Share on other sites
mtdesmoines 3 Posted May 16, 2008 Share Posted May 16, 2008 You can read?: ) No, but it sounds like he is going to war soon. Link to post Share on other sites
PrtyPSux 0 Posted May 16, 2008 Share Posted May 16, 2008 Read The Book of Five Rings by Miyamoto Musashi Link to post Share on other sites
Balloon guy 158 Posted May 16, 2008 Share Posted May 16, 2008 I was reading the Art of War by Sun Tzu, a doctrine regarding waging and winning wars which I believe is still being taught at West Point. (6th Century, BC)Anyway, I came across these little gems and thought it interesting how easily they translate into poker wisdom.17. According as circumstances are favorable, one should modify one's plans.18. All warfare is based on deception.19. Hence, when able to attack, we must seem unable; when using our forces, we must seem inactive; when we are near, we must make the enemy believe we are far away; when far away, we must make him believe we are near.20. Hold out baits to entice the enemy. Feign disorder, and crush him.21. If he is secure at all points, be prepared for him. If he is in superior strength, evade him.22. If your opponent is of choleric temper, seek to irritate him. Pretend to be weak, that he may grow arrogant.23. If he is taking his ease, give him no rest. If his forces are united, separate them.24. Attack him where he is unprepared, appear where you are not expected.And if you perfect these techniques, you become Phil Hellmuth Link to post Share on other sites
Doug 0 Posted May 16, 2008 Share Posted May 16, 2008 And if you perfect these techniques, you become Phil HellmuthBUT WHAT WILL I DO IF HE HITS ANOTHER 10 AND SUCKS OUT AGAIN? Link to post Share on other sites
king_tanner 84 Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 BUT WHAT WILL I DO IF HE HITS ANOTHER 10 AND SUCKS OUT AGAIN?you know what to do Doug Link to post Share on other sites
Tehtoe 3 Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 BUT WHAT WILL I DO IF HE HITS ANOTHER 10 AND SUCKS OUT AGAIN?You could always attempt to Link to post Share on other sites
Tehtoe 3 Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 Shut up, Doug. Link to post Share on other sites
bbgun 0 Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 Shut up, Doug.Still waiting for the Doug v. Cossack HU for rollz death match... Link to post Share on other sites
OVERKILL 0 Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 I was reading the Art of War by Sun Tzu, a doctrine regarding waging and winning wars which I believe is still being taught at West Point. (6th Century, BC)Anyway, I came across these little gems and thought it interesting how easily they translate into poker wisdom.17. According as circumstances are favorable, one should modify one's plans.18. All warfare is based on deception.19. Hence, when able to attack, we must seem unable; when using our forces, we must seem inactive; when we are near, we must make the enemy believe we are far away; when far away, we must make him believe we are near.20. Hold out baits to entice the enemy. Feign disorder, and crush him.21. If he is secure at all points, be prepared for him. If he is in superior strength, evade him.22. If your opponent is of choleric temper, seek to irritate him. Pretend to be weak, that he may grow arrogant.23. If he is taking his ease, give him no rest. If his forces are united, separate them.24. Attack him where he is unprepared, appear where you are not expected.How about this one?"To secure ourselves against defeat lies in our own hands, But the opportunity of defeating the enemy, is provided by the enemy himself." Link to post Share on other sites
BellaireDrew 2 Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 THE ART OF WAR was probably the most boring book i have read in a long time Link to post Share on other sites
a__thekevlar__2 0 Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 try these Link to post Share on other sites
Gallo 1 Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 The Outsidersbest book ever imo Link to post Share on other sites
BellaireDrew 2 Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 The Outsidersbest book ever imoQFT Link to post Share on other sites
thret 0 Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 The Outsiders was easily in the top five hundred books I had ever read before I finished primary school.- "Attack when they are unprepared, make your move when they do not expect it." - Sun Tzu- "Those who are skilled in combat do not become angered, those who are skilled at winning do not become afraid. Thus the wise win before they fight, while the ignorant fight to win." - Zhuge Liang (3rd Century)- "Be careful in the beginning, and you have no trouble in the end." - I ChingThe Art of War is a little bit like Proverbs, just geared towards battle. Like any conflict resolution strategy it can be profitably applied to any competitive endeavour. Link to post Share on other sites
bull62 0 Posted May 18, 2008 Share Posted May 18, 2008 The Outsiders was easily in the top five hundred books I had ever read before I finished primary school.- "Attack when they are unprepared, make your move when they do not expect it." - Sun Tzu- "Those who are skilled in combat do not become angered, those who are skilled at winning do not become afraid. Thus the wise win before they fight, while the ignorant fight to win." - Zhuge Liang (3rd Century)- "Be careful in the beginning, and you have no trouble in the end." - I ChingThe Art of War is a little bit like Proverbs, just geared towards battle. Like any conflict resolution strategy it can be profitably applied to any competitive endeavour.Every book that I've ever read is in my top 500. Link to post Share on other sites
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