**** This is the SOFTCOVER/GLUED BINDING edition, NOT the notebook spiral binding **** Poolology is a breakthrough aiming system for pool players. I was once asked, ""How do you aim?,"" and I couldn't answer. I said I didn't know, and I'm sure the player that asked me that thought I was holding out on him, keeping some great secret to myself. But it was true - other than to call it instinct, I had no idea how to aim. I'd never been taught how to aim. I just shoot balls into the pocket. This question, ""How do you aim?,"" is what prompted me to write Poolology. After experimenting with various aiming systems, I learned that most aiming systems don't work for most people. That explains why so many pool players struggle to be consistent shot makers. I wanted to fix that. I wanted to find a system that could teach players how to aim any shot on the table, how to develop a feel for pocketing balls. No such system existed, until now. It's called Poolology!

Photographic and diagrammatic sequences are incorporated in detailed examinations of the techniques, strategies, and mental skills involved in advanced straight, eight-ball, nine-ball, and one-pocket pool

Master one of the world’s most popular games with the help of a mechanical engineering professor who has a passion for pool. More than 80 principles of the game, presented with 250-plus precisely scaled illustrations and photographs, offer players of all levels a thorough overview of the fundamentals of 8-ball and 9-ball, including grip and stance, basic shots, position play and strategy, bank and kick shots, and advanced techniques such as carom and jump shots. Organized for quick study, this must-have guide features extensive cross-references and is supplemented with video clips, interesting mathematical formulas, and other resources also available at www.engr.colostate.edu/pool.

THE ONLY BOOK SOLELY DEVOTED TO AIMING AND SHOOTING POOL SHOTS. Primarily for new and less experienced pool players. Can reinforce and sharpen shotmaking skills of more seasoned players. Topics with illustrations and diagrams include: -Shooting Fundamentals-Aiming Skill-Aiming and Shooting Essentials-How to Aim Straight Shots, Cut Shots, Banks, Kick Shots, Combinations, Carom and Billiard Shots, Rail First Shots, Pocket Hangers, By-Pass Shots, Overlooked Dead-In Shots, Cheat the Pocket Shots, Spot Shots, Short Throw Shots, Clearance Shots, Curve Shots, Jump Shots, Break Shots, and more.-Special Section on How the Pros Aim

World Champion Pool Player Ray "Cool Cat" Martin shares his secrets for playing winner's pool in this classic book, which includes an introduction by the author. Written with co-author Rosser Reeves, The 99 Critical Shots in Pool remains one of the most authoritative guides to the game ever written. Over 200 illustrations show the proper form, technique, and approach to shots such as: • The Center Ball Cheat-the-Pocket • The Hook Shot • The Seven Ball Stop Shot • The Jump Shot • The Frozen Kiss Shot • The Nudge Shot • The Side Pocket By-Pass Shot Ray Martin, a Billiards Congress of America Hall of Fame inductee, is one of only seven players in the twentieth century to win three or more world 14.1 titles. He co-wrote this book with Rosser Reeves in 1976.

Banking and Kicking in pocket pool is fundamentally simple. You need to learn the principles of the diamond system, practice, and make them your own. Understanding the diamond system will elevate your game to the next level in pocketing as well as safety play.The 2017 update improved language use and increased graphics from 49 to 83. Two pictures per page reduced page numbers and allows for cheaper distribution.Good luck with your game.