Description: Poker Faces: The Life and Work of Professional Poker Places by David M. Hayano, Professor of Anthropology at California State University, Northridge and part-time professional poker player. A fascinating ethnographic exploration of the life of professional poker players, including poker as a profession, the history, social norms and organizational aspects, the struggles, the allure, the successes, the busts and the people behind this lifestyle and profession. Published in 1982 by University of California Press in Berkeley, California. First edition, first printing as indicated by 1982 copyright date and complete 1-9 number line on copyright page. In original black boards with red lettering and first state dust jacket with $17.95 on front flap. Octavo. OVERALL CONDITION: FINE/VG+ ***Surprisingly scarce***THE ONLY TRUE 1st PRINTING I SEE ANYWHERE IN HIGH GRADE COLLECTIBLE CONDITION. Paperback reprints sell for as high as $125. Condition: F/VG+ The book is in FINE condition. Minimal rubbing to extremities and a little dust (all black covers). Interior is like new with bright white pages and no writing, foxing, stickers or wear. The dust jacket is VERY GOOD+ or better condition - unclipped, colorful and glossy, light edge wear crinkling and rubbing to panels and edges. Please see pictures as they are an important part of the condition description. More pictures available upon request. Book will ship fully insured with signature required upon receipt for your protection. As a fellow book collector, I know how frustrating it can be when items aren’t accurately described or poorly packaged for shipping. That is why I (1) take a lot of pictures and try to describe condition issues as accurately as possible and (2) pack your book purchases with the utmost care before shipping. I have been selling and buying on eBay for over 10 years and have a 100% satisfaction rating, and offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee 30-day return policy. Please follow me as I have thousands of highly collectible books to list in the coming weeks and months!
Price: 199.96 USD
Location: Litchfield Park, Arizona
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Binding: Hardcover
Place of Publication: California
Special Attributes: 1st Edition, Dust Jacket
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Subject: Poker Players
Original/Facsimile: Original
Year Printed: 1982
Book Title: Poker Faces : the Life and Work of Professional Card Players
Author: David M. Hayano
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Topic: Card Games / General
Publisher: University of California Press
Publication Year: 1982
Genre: Games & Activities
Number of Pages: 218 Pages
