Author : Wilbur C. Tuttle
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 251 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1940
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:45107545
Bluffer's Luck
Wilbur C. Tuttle
Bluffer S Luck
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Bluffer's Luck
W. C. Tuttle
Author : W. C. Tuttle
Publisher : John Curley & Assoc
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 1988*
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1555046088
Bluffer's Luck by W. C. Tuttle Pdf
Bluffer's Luck
Wilbur C. Tuttle
Author : Wilbur C. Tuttle
Publisher : Library of Alexandria
Page : 122 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2005-01-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781465530424
Bluffer's Luck by Wilbur C. Tuttle Pdf
Fog and rain, with the spluttering arclights shining like moons out of the drizzle and a mist; the rattle of wheels on cobbles, soughing of fog-horns down on San Francisco Bay; the far-off din of a cable car gong, and always the dismal patter of rain along the gutter. A girl stopped at the entrance of a cheap boarding house, where a single electric bulb partly illuminated the faded sign. Her faded old raincoat glistened in the light, and her cheap felt hat leaked drops of water as she glanced up at the sign. It was not because she was unfamiliar with that sign. Nan Whitlock had passed under it several times a day for a number of months, because it was her home. That is, it was the only home she had, and just now she was wondering how much longer she could call it home. After a short period of reflection she went inside, passed the dining-room door and started up the stairs. Beneath the raincoat was a small parcel, and she quickly slipped it farther out of sight as a step sounded on the stairs above her. It was Mrs. Emmett, the landlady, a short, chubby sort of woman, but with features prematurely hardened from forcing payments. Just now she narrowed her eyes and glanced upon Nan Whitlock as she partly blocked the stairs. “I was just at your room, Miss Whitlock,” she said. “Unless you and Miss Allan pay for that room before breakfast to-morrow, I’ve a new inhabitant for the same.” “Was—was Miss Allan there?” faltered Nan. “She was not. I’m tired of promises, and I just heard that Miss Allan’s show closes to-morrow night.” “Yes, I know that,” said Nan meekly. “Oh, ye do? And I suppose I was to be left holding the sack, as they say, eh? Well, I’m not. I’ve had her trunk put in storage to-day, and she’ll not get it until the rent is all paid.” “Oh, I’m sorry about that, Mrs. Emmett.” “She’ll be sorry, too, I’m thinking. Oh, I don’t mean to be cross about it, but business is business. If I have to, I’ll attach your wages, my dear. With a fly-by-night like Madge Allan, all I can do is take her trunk. You tell her, will ye? And, of course, that means both of ye get out, unless the money is paid. Her with her fine clothes and fur coats, and a taxi at the door almost every night! And she can’t pay twenty dollars rent! Well, you two think it over, my dear. Unless I miss my guess, I’ll have a vacancy after breakfast.” She stepped aside and walked grandly down the stairs, while Nan hurried on to her room, where she lighted the gas jets, threw off her wet coat and sat down rather heavily. Nan was not pretty, but she had an oval face, wistful gray eyes, and a wealth of wavy auburn hair. Twenty-two her last birthday, and out of a job again.
Bluffer's Luck
W.C. Tuttle
Author : W.C. Tuttle
Publisher : Wildside Press LLC
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-27
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781667603568
Bluffer's Luck by W.C. Tuttle Pdf
When a young woman decides to impersonate her recently-deceased best friend to claim an inheritance, it sets her on a path to danger. A classic mystery by the famous western author.
The Biggest Bluff
Maria Konnikova
Author : Maria Konnikova
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2020-06-23
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9780525522638
The Biggest Bluff by Maria Konnikova Pdf
The New York Times bestseller! A New York Times Notable Book “The tale of how Konnikova followed a story about poker players and wound up becoming a story herself will have you riveted, first as you learn about her big winnings, and then as she conveys the lessons she learned both about human nature and herself.” —The Washington Post It's true that Maria Konnikova had never actually played poker before and didn't even know the rules when she approached Erik Seidel, Poker Hall of Fame inductee and winner of tens of millions of dollars in earnings, and convinced him to be her mentor. But she knew her man: a famously thoughtful and broad-minded player, he was intrigued by her pitch that she wasn't interested in making money so much as learning about life. She had faced a stretch of personal bad luck, and her reflections on the role of chance had led her to a giant of game theory, who pointed her to poker as the ultimate master class in learning to distinguish between what can be controlled and what can't. And she certainly brought something to the table, including a Ph.D. in psychology and an acclaimed and growing body of work on human behavior and how to hack it. So Seidel was in, and soon she was down the rabbit hole with him, into the wild, fiercely competitive, overwhelmingly masculine world of high-stakes Texas Hold'em, their initial end point the following year's World Series of Poker. But then something extraordinary happened. Under Seidel's guidance, Konnikova did have many epiphanies about life that derived from her new pursuit, including how to better read, not just her opponents but far more importantly herself; how to identify what tilted her into an emotional state that got in the way of good decisions; and how to get to a place where she could accept luck for what it was, and what it wasn't. But she also began to win. And win. In a little over a year, she began making earnest money from tournaments, ultimately totaling hundreds of thousands of dollars. She won a major title, got a sponsor, and got used to being on television, and to headlines like "How one writer's book deal turned her into a professional poker player." She even learned to like Las Vegas. But in the end, Maria Konnikova is a writer and student of human behavior, and ultimately the point was to render her incredible journey into a container for its invaluable lessons. The biggest bluff of all, she learned, is that skill is enough. Bad cards will come our way, but keeping our focus on how we play them and not on the outcome will keep us moving through many a dark patch, until the luck once again breaks our way.
What's Luck Got to Do with It?
Joseph Mazur
Author : Joseph Mazur
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2010-05-17
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 9781400834457
What's Luck Got to Do with It? by Joseph Mazur Pdf
The hazards of feeling lucky in gambling Why do so many gamblers risk it all when they know the odds of winning are against them? Why do they believe dice are "hot" in a winning streak? Why do we expect heads on a coin toss after several flips have turned up tails? What's Luck Got to Do with It? takes a lively and eye-opening look at the mathematics, history, and psychology of gambling to reveal the most widely held misconceptions about luck. It exposes the hazards of feeling lucky, and uses the mathematics of predictable outcomes to show when our chances of winning are actually good. Mathematician Joseph Mazur traces the history of gambling from the earliest known archaeological evidence of dice playing among Neolithic peoples to the first systematic mathematical studies of games of chance during the Renaissance, from government-administered lotteries to the glittering seductions of grand casinos, and on to the global economic crisis brought on by financiers' trillion-dollar bets. Using plenty of engaging anecdotes, Mazur explains the mathematics behind gambling—including the laws of probability, statistics, betting against expectations, and the law of large numbers—and describes the psychological and emotional factors that entice people to put their faith in winning that ever-elusive jackpot despite its mathematical improbability. As entertaining as it is informative, What's Luck Got to Do with It? demonstrates the pervasive nature of our belief in luck and the deceptive psychology of winning and losing. Some images inside the book are unavailable due to digital copyright restrictions.
All You Need is Luck
Frank Nelson
Author : Frank Nelson
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2002-05-14
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9780595226689
All You Need is Luck by Frank Nelson Pdf
All You Need is Luck is the very funny story of an ordinary couple who decided to take a chance and do something extraordinary which others only dream about. Sixteen years ago Frank and Maria Nelson traded in excellent jobs, financial security, the safety net of family and friends, plus deep roots in their local community, for a nomadic lifestyle few people ever experience. All You Need is Luck recounts their first two years on the road after saying goodbye to their home in New Zealand. During this time they lived and worked in Australia, England and the United States besides visiting Indonesia, France and Thailand. Leaving their comfort zone thousands of miles behind, they worked at American summer camps in Vermont and Cape Cod; at hospitals, a university and other jobs in Melbourne and Brisbane; and looked after scores of pampered pets in the poshest of homes all over England. This amusing adventure will appeal to anyone with a sense of humour but especially those who sometimes wonder what it would be like just to take off...and keep going.
The Banner Boy Scouts in the Air
George A.Warren
Author : George A.Warren
Publisher : BoD - Books on Demand
Page : 124 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2023-09-06
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9791041950409
The Banner Boy Scouts in the Air by George A.Warren Pdf
"The Banner Boy Scouts" series by George A. Warren is a collection of exciting young adult novels that revolve around the adventures of a group of Boy Scouts known as the Banner Scouts. These Scouts are always ready for action and eager to tackle various challenges in the great outdoors. Throughout their adventures, they demonstrate important scouting values such as teamwork, leadership, preparedness, and resourcefulness. George A. Warren's storytelling captures the essence of scouting and the joys of outdoor exploration, making these novels engaging reads for young audiences. The series is a testament to the positive impact of scouting, as it encourages readers to embrace nature, develop important life skills, and foster strong friendships. "The Banner Boy Scouts" series is not just about thrilling adventures but also about character development, community service, and the spirit of camaraderie. It inspires young readers to become responsible, capable, and compassionate individuals while having fun in the great outdoors.
Lands of the Slave and the Free
Henry Murray
Author : Henry Murray
Publisher : Applewood Books
Page : 530 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781429003414
Lands of the Slave and the Free by Henry Murray Pdf
An Englishman travels extensively along the Eastern seaboard and a little into the Midwest and South, and delivers observations on American law, culture, technology, and slavery.
Lands of the Slave and the Free
Henry Anthony Murray
Author : Henry Anthony Murray
Publisher : Cambridge, Mass. : General Microfilm Company
Page : 546 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1857
Category : Canada
ISBN : OXFORD:N11466335
Lands of the Slave and the Free by Henry Anthony Murray Pdf
Encyclopedia of Play in Today′s Society
Rodney P. Carlisle
Author : Rodney P. Carlisle
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 1033 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2009-04-02
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781452266107
Encyclopedia of Play in Today′s Society by Rodney P. Carlisle Pdf
CHOICE Outstanding Academic Title for 2009 "This ground-breaking resource is strongly recommended for all libraries and health and welfare institutional depots; essential for university collections, especially those catering to social studies programs." —Library Journal, STARRED Review Children and adults spend a great deal of time in activities we think of as "play," including games, sports, and hobbies. Without thinking about it very deeply, almost everyone would agree that such activities are fun, relaxing, and entertaining. However, play has many purposes that run much deeper than simple entertainment. For children, play has various functions such as competition, following rules, accepting defeat, choosing leaders, exercising leadership, practicing adult roles, and taking risks in order to reap rewards. For adults, many games and sports serve as harmless releases of feelings of aggression, competition, and intergroup hostility. The Encyclopedia of Play in Today′s Society explores the concept of play in history and modern society in the United States and internationally. Its scope encompasses leisure and recreational activities of children and adults throughout the ages, from dice games in the Roman Empire to video games today. With more than 450 entries, these two volumes do not include coverage of professional sports and sport teams but, instead, cover the hundreds of games played not to earn a living but as informal activity. All aspects of play—from learning to competition, mastery of nature, socialization, and cooperation—are included. Simply enough, this Encyclopedia explores play played for the fun of it! Key Features Available in both print and electronic formats Provides access to the fascinating literature that has explored questions of psychology, learning theory, game theory, and history in depth Considers the affects of play on child and adult development, particularly on health, creativity, and imagination Contains entries that describe both adult and childhood play and games in dozens of cultures around the world and throughout history Explores the sophisticated analyses of social thinkers such as Huizinga, Vygotsky, and Sutton-Smith, as well as the wide variety of games, toys, sports, and entertainments found around the world Presents cultures as diverse as the ancient Middle East, modern Russia, and China and in nations as far flung as India, Argentina, and France Key Themes Adult Games Board and Card Games Children′s Games History of Play Outdoor Games and Amateur Sports Play and Education Play Around the World Psychology of Play Sociology of Play Toys and Business Video and Online Games For a subject we mostly consider light-hearted, play as a research topic has generated an extensive and sophisticated literature, exploring a range of penetrating questions. This two-volume set serves as a general, nontechnical resource for academics, researchers, and students alike. It is an essential addition to any academic library.
Lands of the Slave and the Free
Henry Murray
Author : Henry Murray
Publisher : Applewood Books
Page : 502 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2008-10
Category : History
ISBN : 9781429016308
Lands of the Slave and the Free by Henry Murray Pdf
An Englishman travels extensively along the Eastern seaboard and a little into the Midwest and South, and delivers observations on American law, culture, technology, and slavery.
Lands of the Slave and the Free: Or, Cuba, the United States, and Canada
Henry Alexander Murray
Author : Henry Alexander Murray
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 516 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1855
Category : Electronic
ISBN : BL:A0026709659
Lands of the Slave and the Free: Or, Cuba, the United States, and Canada by Henry Alexander Murray Pdf
Bluff House
Philip S. Woods
Author : Philip S. Woods
Publisher : Philip S. Woods
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2024-06-27
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX
Bluff House by Philip S. Woods Pdf
Katrina Constance, Kat to her friends, is all alone, in the world. She lives in a city that she hates. She survives, from payday to payday, at a dead-end job that she also hates, but can’t afford to lose. She is trapped, but her life is about to change. An uncle, that she never knew that she had, has died. His will specifies Kat as the sole beneficiary of his substantial wealth. But there is a stipulation in the will. In order for Kat to include her name among the world’s billionaires, she has to maintain residence at her uncle’s Deep South, Antebellum mansion, along Alabama’s Gulf Coast, for a period of two years. A simple task, Kat assumes. But, when the malevolent forces at work within the monstrous house seek to drive Kat away, fabulous wealth loses its appeal.
A Blokes Guide to Cooking the Ultimate Bluffers Guide
Lambert Rowst
Author : Lambert Rowst
Publisher : A Blokes Guide to Cooking
Page : 103 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2008-10
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9780980496314
A Blokes Guide to Cooking the Ultimate Bluffers Guide by Lambert Rowst Pdf
Blokes in their natural environment have hectic lives, what between Cricket, Baseball, World Cups, World Series, Friday Night Football and Test Matches. Its amazing we have anytime left for work let alone romance or learning how to cook. A Blokes Guide to Cooking The Ultimate Bluffers Guide delves into the world of bluffing to show easy and creative international recipes within the grasps of the common man Bloke. It unravels the whole process from what utensils you need, picking the right menu then all the way to hiding the evidence after cooking to protect the innocent (mainly us). Now this isnt just another heres the recipes and this is what it should look like type of book. It covers all you need to know to get what you want from cooking, which by the way usually doesn't have much to do with just eating. The mere survival of the bloke species could be threatened if the Bloke does not go forth and multiply (or at least get out of the dog house with the Mrss for just being a bloke). The staple diet of meat and 3 veg still has its place in the blokes natural habitat but cooking to impress (see, I told you cooking didnt have much to do with just eating) takes a little bit more contemplation. Especially if you want to be rocketed to legend status, with the latest fling. We are man, we created fire! So we should be able to cook if someone just gives us a few tips, right?
