Meet Michael Basman, International Master and former British Chess Champion.
Enter the challenging and exciting world of chess with this comprehensive and simple guide to all the rules, skills, and techniques of the game. Clear step-by-step photography illustrates every aspect, from basic moves to more advanced tactics. A must for any budding Grandmaster!
"With this series of Darling Kindersley guides, the young enthusiasts of today - and tomorrow's star names - couldn't get off to a better start."
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Enter the challenging and exciting world of chess with this comprehensive and simple guide to all the rules, skills, and techniques of the game. Clear step-by-step photography illustrates every aspect, from basic moves to more advanced tactics. A must for any budding Grandmaster!
"With this series of Darling Kindersley guides, the young enthusiasts of today - and tomorrow's star names - couldn't get off to a better start."
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| EAN | 0751362298 |
|---|---|
| Weight | 420 g |
| Manufacturer | DK |
| Width | 23.3 cm |
| Height | 28.7 cm |
| Medium | Book |
| Year of Publication | 2001 |
| Author | Michael Basman |
| Language | English |
| ISBN-10 | 0751362298 |
| Pages | 45 |
| Binding | hardback |
08 To all young chess players
09 History of chess
10 The chess set
12 The aim of the game
13 Simple notation
14 Pawns
16 Bishops
17 Knights
18 Rooks
19 The queen
20 The king
22 King of the castle
24 Further notation
26 Opening
28 The major pieces
30 Essential techniques
32 Attack and defend
34 Tactics
36 Endgame
38 It's a draw!
40 Taking it further
42 Glossary
43 Answers
44 Index and useful addresses
09 History of chess
10 The chess set
12 The aim of the game
13 Simple notation
14 Pawns
16 Bishops
17 Knights
18 Rooks
19 The queen
20 The king
22 King of the castle
24 Further notation
26 Opening
28 The major pieces
30 Essential techniques
32 Attack and defend
34 Tactics
36 Endgame
38 It's a draw!
40 Taking it further
42 Glossary
43 Answers
44 Index and useful addresses