Synopsis
Chess is really catching on, and this book helps readers catch on fast
According to the U.S. Chess Federation, the number of chess enthusiasts has increased by almost 50 percent in the last five years. It’s a complex game, with moves and countermoves and complicated strategies that can be intimidating. This book eliminates the fear factor, walks readers step by step through basic moves, and pictures a variety of openings, defenses, gambits, strategies, and endgames. It also includes information about playing chess on the computer, both online and offline.
Jon Edwards, PhD (Pennington, NJ) is a Senior International Master in chess and is among the top 200 players in the world. He has written six books, including The Chess Analyst (0–938650–71–8), and runs Chess is Fun, a popular Web site for learning how to play.
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About the Author
JON EDWARDS, Ph.D., is a United States Correspondence Chess Champion and a Senior International Master. He has authored seven previous books on chess and has been a chess instructor since 1976. He is the webmaster of Chess is Fun, a site that provides chess instruction to players of all ages.
From the Back Cover
Chess is a mental game, but you don′t have to strain your brain to learn the basics—not with this guide that shows you how to play. Teach Yourself VISUALLY Chess covers how to set up the board, how each piece moves, opening strategies and variations, attacking themes and common sacrifices, and more. Photos of the board let you see strategies in action. For hands–on practice, you can even set up your board and make your moves as you learn. With this book and practice, you′ll be saying "Checkmate" in no time.
- Concise two–page lessons show you all the steps to a skill and are ideal for quick review
- Each move or tactic is clearly explained
- Explanations accompany each photo
- Color photos and diagrams show key positions, strategies, and moves
- Helpful tips provide additional guidance
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