Book introduction

　In the Philippines, gambling is deeply embedded across all levels of society, from politicians to ordinary people. This book vividly portrays the daily gambling practices in Filipino society, focusing in particular on cockfighting and numbers, and brings to life the gamblers who place their bets day after day. Why do they gamble? What meanings are attached to the world experienced through betting? Through exploring the thoughts and practices of gamblers who seek to relate themselves to the world through “luck,” the book delves into the meaning of “betting.”