The King of Casinos

The King of Casinos
Author: Andy Martello
Publisher: Just a Martello Books
Total Pages: 304
Release: 2014-01-04
Genre: Businessmen
ISBN: 9780615894591

WINNER OF 12 LITERARY AND DESIGN AWARDS! The unreal but TRUE story of the unknown casino that changed Las Vegas forever! After a horrific blaze destroyed Willie Martello's El Rey Club in 1962, fifty years would pass before anyone knew of how that casino and one-time brothel influenced LAS VEGAS casinos, upset the mob, and inadvertently launched the career of Francis Ford Coppola. Were it not for the chance discovery of a single photo in a Las Vegas museum, the El Rey Club would only be known as the seedy brothel where Senator Harry Reid learned to swim. Martello's accomplishments should place him among magnates like Howard Hughes or Steve Wynn, yet very few know his name. Featuring over 140 rare or unseen photos, these vibrant stories are now brought to light! ------------------------------------------------------------------- "Who else could tell the story of Willie Martello? The rare photos alone are worth the price of admission. My only regret is that I didn't write this book." -Robert Graysmith, New York Times Bestselling Author of Zodiac, Auto-Focus, and Black Fire "Quick, funny, and extremely intelligent!" -Mark L. Walberg,Host, Antiques Roadshow (PBS) "A literal time machine...a read that not only unleashes the imagination, but authenticates the splendor of Las Vegas' golden years." -Todd Newton,Emmy-winning game show host, author, and Las Vegas performer "Andy Martello has written a fascinating biography of Willie Martello. It is a long-awaited addition to my Nevada history shelf." -Mark Hall-Patton,Clark County Museum System Administrator,Pawn Stars, American Restoration (The History Channel) "LONG LIVE WILLIE MARTELLO!" -Richard B. Taylor,Author, historian, Las Vegas casino owner WINNER! 2014 International Book, 2014 USA Best Book Awards, Florida Book Festival, Great Southwest Book Festival WINNER! Silver Medals, 2014 Readers' Favorite International Book Awards, 2014 American Advertising Awards for book design (The ADDYs) FINALIST! Best New Non-Fiction, USA Best Book Awards, 2014 Red City Review Book Awards RUNNER-UP! 2014 Hollywood and Beach Book Festivals HONORABLE MENTION!, Great Midwest and Southern California Book Festivals

Casino Conquest

Casino Conquest
Author: Frank Scoblete
Publisher: Triumph Books
Total Pages: 315
Release: 2012-09-26
Genre: Games & Activities
ISBN: 1623680050

Penned by a reputable authority on casinos, this guide provides the tools of the trade in order to perform a successful climb to the top of the gaming mountain. A step-by-step instructional approach is presented, going beyond the standard handbooks on blackjack, craps, and slots to include tips and tricks on baccarat, roulette, and more. A must-have for both casual and professional gamblers throughout the nation, this invaluable companion is guaranteed to provide the winning edge to beat the house.

Running Scared

Running Scared
Author: John L. Smith
Publisher: Da Capo Press
Total Pages: 376
Release: 2001-01
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 9781568581903

Steve Wynn is the former owner of the Bellagio — Las Vegas's latest monument to conspicuous consumption whose hotel and casino contain over $300 million in fine art and $1.5 billion in Wall Street money. He's a mogul whose empire at one point included the Mirage, the Golden Nugget, and Treasure Island. But how did he gain and wield his tremendous power in Nevada? And why did a confidential Scotland Yard report prevent him from opening a casino in London? When this biography, written by a local reporter, was first released in 1995, Steve Wynn brought suit against its original publisher and forced him into bankruptcy. Now available in paperback, the inside story of the biggest phenomenon to roil Las Vegas since Hoover Dam gives readers an intimate glimpse at the real business that's conducted beyond the gaming tables.

Gaming in Online Casinos

Gaming in Online Casinos
Author: Nicolae Sfetcu
Publisher: Nicolae Sfetcu
Total Pages: 177
Release: 2014-05-10
Genre: Games & Activities
ISBN:

Internet casino guide - best gambling on net and casino bonus. Online casinos, also known as virtual casinos, are the online version of land-based ("brick and mortar") casinos. They allow you to play casino games through the Internet. Some online casinos provide various games, while others only provide only one type of game. Online poker is also very popular and there are many dedicated companies that provide this activity.

Casino Book

Casino Book
Author: Samuel Pinney
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 171
Release: 2013-10-21
Genre: Games & Activities
ISBN: 1626860718

Learn to play to win with Thunder Bay’s Casino Box! Ever wondered what goes on inside a casino? Now you can practice all the popular games at home with friends to build up your skills. Then, armed with many invaluable hints and tips to help you cope with the croupier and other players, you can experience the exciting and glamorous world of the casino for yourself—with confidence and a gambling glint in your eye. Casino Book covers all the popular games from baccarat and poker to blackjack, craps and roulette. There’s expert advice on playing to win. Now you have all you need for hours of fun at the gaming tables—or your own kitchen table.

Casino Management in Integrated Resorts

Casino Management in Integrated Resorts
Author: Desmond Lam
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 162
Release: 2019-06-25
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1351599356

Casino Management in Integrated Resorts introduces students to the changing nature of casino businesses within the framework of an integrated resort or hospitality organisation. In the new integrated casino model, casinos play an important role not only in revenue generation but in supporting the other amenities in the resort, including bars, restaurants, hotels and theme parks. This book brings readers up to speed with the challenges of managing a casino within this rapidly expanding gaming–leisure–tourism industry. It covers a range of essential topics, such as the basic psychology of casino gaming, the role and history of casinos within an integrated resort, staffing, floor design, table and slot game management, control and security, marketing and social impact. Written in an accessible style, this book is suitable for readers with no prior knowledge of, or experience in, casino operations. It will be an essential introductory yet comprehensive resource for all those undertaking casino management courses.

The Mammoth Book of Casino Games

The Mammoth Book of Casino Games
Author: Paul Mendelson
Publisher: Robinson
Total Pages: 341
Release: 2010-05-27
Genre: Games & Activities
ISBN: 1849014965

Paul Mendelson offers an indispensable guide to beating the odds in just about every gambling game, both in casinos and online. He reveals how to shift the odds in your favour as he clearly explains every game and analyses optimum strategies in detail with the aim of helping you to win. Other chapters show you how to: get the best out of your casino - pick up free drinks, meals, hotel accommodation, thousand-dollar shopping trips, room upgrades, flights, bonus money etc.; make the most of your trip to Las Vegas or anywhere else - casino information, the best places to gamble (for each game), recommended hotels and attractions; win online - which sites to avoid and which can be trusted, a discussion of every game from poker through to online bingo, including bonuses, incentives, play-through data and the best strategies to use. The Mammoth Book of Casino Games covers every major casino game in detail, as well as many less well known games, including: blackjack, roulette, punto banco (baccarat, chemin de fer, chemmy), poker (including three-card, Caribbean stud and video poker), Chinese dice and domino games (including sic bo, gwat pai and kap tai shap), slots (three-wheel, multi-line, bonus), other casino games (including Keno, Wheel of Fortune, Red Dog and Spanish 21) and tournaments (slots, roulette etc.). Praise for The Mammoth Book of Poker: 'I've won 20 times the price in the last three days!' Gareth Hughes

The Little Black Book of Casino Games

The Little Black Book of Casino Games
Author: John Hartley
Publisher: Peter Pauper Press, Inc.
Total Pages: 161
Release:
Genre: Games & Activities
ISBN: 1441300430

Belly up to the gaming table with your personal "ace in the hole!" You've hit the jackpot with this ultimate quick gambling reference. The Little Black Book of Casino Games: The Smart Player's Guide to Gambling boosts your odds of winning by giving you the skinny on house advantage and game protocol for a wealth of casino games, including Baccarat, Blackjack, Craps, Keno, Poker, Roulette, and much more!

The International Encyclopedia of Gambling [2 volumes]

The International Encyclopedia of Gambling [2 volumes]
Author: William N. Thompson
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 815
Release: 2009-12-23
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1598842269

The most complete single-source collection on gambling ever assembled gives readers access to the best possible information about one of the fastest growing industries in the world. The International Encyclopedia of Gambling seeks to explain the gambling phenomenon through an in-depth exploration of gambling operations around the world. More than 300 entries reflect the global stretch of the industry as they examine games, venues, players and other leading figures, legal issues, the history of gaming, and the literature on the subject. The work is enhanced with a dozen contributed articles on gambling-related topics, including commentaries on the history and growth of Las Vegas and a description of major law cases involving gambling. Coverage includes Internet gambling and a section incorporating reviews of more than 50 films about gambling.