The average blackjack player wants to learn fast and win fast. This easy-to-read guide gives him exactly that. In just 30 minutes, casual blackjack players - 95% of the estimated 125 million blackjack players in the US alone - learn the basics of play and the strategies that can make them winners. Blackjack is hugely popular because with proper play, bettors can actually have the advantage over the casino and the skill to win money - with the odds! From the rules and variations, to the basic play options including surrender and insurance, readers learn how to play smart, get free comps from the casino and have a great time while beating the casino at blackjack! This new edition includes 25% new material: simplified card counting for average players, updated strategy information for single and multiple deck games, and new information on getting comped to free meals, rooms, and shows!