Abcs Of Chess

From America’s foremost chess coach and game strategist for Netflix’s The Queen’s Gambit comes a collection of the 50 best columns from the Chess Life magazine monthly feature—the most respected chess column in the world.​ Conscientious in its explanation of every step of play, filled with detailed examples and practical suggestions for better chess playing for students AND teachers, this book sets the standard for all instructional series. Organized into 10 sections, each examining a different element of chess play according to novices, intermediate players, and instructors, you can choose to read it from start to finish to learn the basics or turn to the particular section that will help you correct specific problems in your play. With 64 commandments for better chess playing, over 200 diagrams, and standard algebraic notation, this is an essential volume for any home or school chess library.

Presents a collection of instructional situations and chess moves.

This book takes readers on a journey from the letter A to the letter Z of chess terms. The terms cover some of the basic principles of chess, such as assembling the board. It also teaches chess notation and which help readers to learn how to study other chess books. This amazing ABC's book also includes some of the more advanced features, such as Zugszwag.

The ABC of Chess is an accessible guide for beginners, written by an anonymous lady who signs her name as HIC. This book introduces the basics of the game, including the rules and strategies needed for success. With clear diagrams and explanations, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning to play chess. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

A one-of-a-kind masterclass in chess from the greatest player of all time. Learn how to play chess the Bobby Fischer way with the fastest, most efficient, most enjoyable method ever devised. Whether you’re just learning the game or looking for more complex strategies, these practice problems and exercises will help you master the art of the checkmate. This book teaches through a programmed learning method: It asks you a question. If you give the right answer, it goes on to the next question. If you give the wrong answer, it explains why the answer is wrong and asks you to go back and try again. Thanks to the book’s unique formatting, you will work through the exercises on the right-hand side, with the correct answer hidden on the next page. The left-hand pages are intentionally printed upside-down; after reaching the last page, simply turn the book upside-down and work your way back. When you finish, not only will you be a much better chess player, you may even be able to beat Bobby Fischer at his own game!

Have you started taking an interest in chess but don't know how to improve your skills? If this applies to you, then read on! Chess is one of the oldest and most popular games in the world. You will not regret the time you spend learning and playing chess, as it ultimately improves your memory and equips you with better spatial skills. This book discusses and includes: - A complete introduction to chess - Basic chess rules - Interesting facts about chess - Different tactics and openings for different stages - How to play your first game (if you haven't yet) - Etiquette and sportsmanship While you may not be a chess master-and becoming one is indeed very difficult-the key to becoming a better chess player is to practice as much as possible! Playing chess can help people suffering from anxiety and depression. It also increases your IQ, strengthens your imagination, builds your confidence, and makes you better at playing sports. Furthermore, chess teaches you how to lose and win gracefully.