Item Description
A complete Guide to Chess! This book will teach you all the rules, regulations, and strategies of the world's oldest and most popular game. From the basic moves of every chessman to the tactical tricks of an endgame, nothing has been left out. You will learn: - The relative value of pieces and their most effective positions.
- The basic openings and best defensive maneuvers.
- The importance of middle game and the principles that will give you a winnig postion.
- How to win material and take advantage of your opponent's mistakes.
- How to read chess notes.
- How to avoid disaster in "hopeless" situations
- The basics checkmates and how to best to use them.
Once the principles are learned, all you will need to become a good, winning chess player are practice and experience. To enjoy chess you don't need to be a grand master, just a little better than your opponent. Book is in very good condition - no torn or missing pages. Cover has minor wear, faint coffee stains, and a crease or two.
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