The book is exactly what everyone says it is. Approachable and cited enough to the point of historical significance. I grew tired of seeing it referenced in books where skilled poker players became quantitative masterminds, so I picked it up. I felt like I was missing out.

The author doesn't at any time make things complicated. That is, aside from his choice of rotating through every poker variant under the sun when giving examples. The math isn't hard, the examples are clear, and the counterintuitive aspects of the game are given just the right amount of attention.

I found it difficult to internalize and apply the finer concepts even as I read the book at a slow pace. Since I wasn't sitting at a poker table as I read through, I accept that I should have taken better notes and will probably have to pick up the book should I ever decide I am serious about improving my playing.