ISBN: 9780282951672 - The Game of Draughts or Checkers Simplified and Explained, with Practical Diagrams and Illustrations: Containing the Eighteen Standard Games, with ... from the Various Authors (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This practical guide is ideal for aspiring and intermediate draught players looking to improve their gameplay. It compiles decades of draughts knowledge from European experts, presenting it in a clear and accessible way for a new generation of enthusiasts. This book provides a structured and comprehensive breakdown of the game, starting with the basic rules, commonly used strategy, and moving on to more advanced opening moves, variations, and endgames. The book also features insightful commentary on the theoretical and strategic depth of Draughts, helping readers think more critically about the game, as well as a host of expertly laid out critical positions for readers to test their skills. With its broad scope and clear approach, this book is an essential guide through every stage of the Draughts player's journey. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …