Blackjack is a game loved by many and, poker aside, it is probably the card game about which there are the most books written. Literally hundreds of tomes cover everything blackjack-related, from tips to strategy, jokes to legendary anecdotes, and math to blackjack theory. Here we take a look at five of the best blackjack books out there…
Basic Blackjack by Stanford Wong
Wong is a member of the Blackjack Hall of Fame and popularizer of “Wonging” and this book is a must-read for anyone serious about the great game of blackjack. Whether you are playing at a USA online blackjack site or a bricks and mortar casino, this guide to basic strategy is perfect for those wanting to get to grips with blackjack.
Beat The Dealer by Edward O Thorp
This book is arguably the most significant in the history of the game and opened up card counting to the world. Still of use to any serious players today, the book is a must-read for its significance to the game and all advantage players. Published in 1962 it has stood the test of time and there are undoubtedly many people who are a whole lot richer thanks to Thorp’s seminal piece.
Bringing Down The House by Ben Mezrich
Although this is classed as a non-fiction work, much of the book is undoubtedly heavily embellished, especially when it was adapted into the movie 21 (starring Kevin Spacey and Laurence Fishburne). That said, this tale of the legendary MIT blackjack team is for the most part true and is all the more remarkable for that. A romping great read and sure to inspire you to get out and play some blackjack, either online or otherwise, this is another blackjack must-read.
The Big Book of Blackjack by Arnold Snyder
As the name suggests, this is a big book and it covers a huge range of topics, making it suitable for many different readers. One of the best books about the history of blackjack.
The World’s Greatest Blackjack Book by Lance Humble and Carl Cooper
We love a bold title and whilst we might not exactly agree, this book is certainly right up there with the very best. Like Snyder’s read, this is a comprehensive look at blackjack and is highly readable.
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