Poker cheats are everywhere—learn their methods and how to defend yourselfHow do cheats win at poker? What are the swindles, the marking systems, and other devious tools of the trade? In this fascinating look at the card sharper's art—from its origins in Renaissance Italy to the high-tech methods of today—sleight-of hand expert, Allan Kronzek reveals 52 of the most diabolical scams ever invented. You'll learn how cheats can rig a Hold'Em tournament, why cutting the cards doesn't guarantee an honest deal, how cheating crews crush the opposition, and how to spot cheaters at work (when possible!). If you've ever wondered what card sharps do and how they get away with it, 52 Ways to Cheat at Poker has the answers that can help you and your game.