Description
Unlock the world of chess with the Puzzlewright Guide to Chess, a comprehensive resource designed for players at any skill level. This essential chess book provides practical instruction catered to help beginners and novices evolve into competent intermediate players. The Puzzlewright Guide covers all the essentials, including the game's fascinating history, the basic movements of each chess piece, and essential strategies for mastering openings, the middle game, and endgame scenarios. With interactive exercises following each section, players can measure their progress and refine their skills in real time. Essential tips for checkmating and salvaging draws from weaker positions ensure you gain a deeper understanding of chess dynamics.
Unlike many chess books that focus on theoretical concepts, this guide offers advice rooted in 'real-world' play. The lessons leverage common positions encountered by newer players, making chess more accessible and enjoyable. Bonus content includes a foreword by acclaimed chessmaster Bruce Pandolfini, known for his role in the film Searching for Bobby Fischer and the Netflix miniseries The Queen's Gambit.
Whether you're gifting a budding chess player or seeking to enhance your own skills, the Puzzlewright Guide to Chess is the perfect addition to any chess library. Start your chess journey today!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781454943730
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2021
Publisher: Puzzlewright Press
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781454943730
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2021
Publisher: Puzzlewright Press
Description:
You don't have to be a genius to enjoy chess. The practical instruction provided here can help anyone progress from first-timer or novice to capable intermediate player in no time at all, while instilling an understanding of the game's fundamentals, and providing a strong foundation for future advancement.
The game's history, the basic moves for each piece, and strategies for openings, middle game and endgame positions are all covered, and you can measure your progress with the exercises that follow each section. Checkmating tips are included, as is advice for salvaging a draw when you have a weakened position. Unlike many other chess books, the lessons included here are designed for 'real-world' play, using positions that newer players are more likely to encounter.
Also featured is a foreword by renowned chessmaster, teacher, and columnist Bruce Pandolfini, who was the instructor played by Ben Kingsley in the film Searching for Bobby Fischer and was the chess consultant for the miniseries The Queen's Gambit.
Unlike many chess books that focus on theoretical concepts, this guide offers advice rooted in 'real-world' play. The lessons leverage common positions encountered by newer players, making chess more accessible and enjoyable. Bonus content includes a foreword by acclaimed chessmaster Bruce Pandolfini, known for his role in the film Searching for Bobby Fischer and the Netflix miniseries The Queen's Gambit.
Whether you're gifting a budding chess player or seeking to enhance your own skills, the Puzzlewright Guide to Chess is the perfect addition to any chess library. Start your chess journey today!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781454943730
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2021
Publisher: Puzzlewright Press
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781454943730
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2021
Publisher: Puzzlewright Press
Description:
You don't have to be a genius to enjoy chess. The practical instruction provided here can help anyone progress from first-timer or novice to capable intermediate player in no time at all, while instilling an understanding of the game's fundamentals, and providing a strong foundation for future advancement.
The game's history, the basic moves for each piece, and strategies for openings, middle game and endgame positions are all covered, and you can measure your progress with the exercises that follow each section. Checkmating tips are included, as is advice for salvaging a draw when you have a weakened position. Unlike many other chess books, the lessons included here are designed for 'real-world' play, using positions that newer players are more likely to encounter.
Also featured is a foreword by renowned chessmaster, teacher, and columnist Bruce Pandolfini, who was the instructor played by Ben Kingsley in the film Searching for Bobby Fischer and was the chess consultant for the miniseries The Queen's Gambit.