This is one of the simplest books ever written on how to play chess! Part one deals with how the chessmen move and capture, the objects of the game and the values of the men. It is all explained step by step, with plenty of diagrams and exercises along the way. Part two is an introduction on the main ways to use your pieces, again with many diagrams and simple explanations. The perfect choice for those starting out in chess!
The prolific Tony Gillam supplies us with a book that goes step by step through the world of chess tactics. The processes are explained as simply as possible with instructions, clear diagrams, and hundreds of examples. This makes it an ideal choice for all players starting out in the game, especially juniors.
Over 1,300 problems split into 5 difficulty levels with large diagrams, clear instructions on who is to move and what needs to be done. Excellent selection of content. This series makes a great work book for the aspiring beginner/intermediate player. Volume 1 is aimed at beginners to 1600 rated players (BCF 125)
This is not just a book for kids - for ‘Dad’ read any opponent who beats you regularly! This book teaches the 50 Deadly Checkmates - basic attacking patterns that occur repeatedly in games between players of all standards. Each mating motif is carefully and simply explained, and several illustrative examples are given. A final test enables the reader to grade his pattern recognition abilities, and the last chapter explains what to do if your Dad is Garry Kasparov. Fun, instructive - and guaranteed to improve your game.
Chess enthusiasts of all ages and levels will find this book an instructive delight. In a simple, easy-to-understand format it explains how to bamboozle your chess opponents using commonly occurring tactical motifs. The illustrative positions, all taken from real games, show the 50 Tricky Tactics that experienced chess masters use to win their games. Recognising frequently-occurring tactical ideas is vital to success in chess. One of the fastest and most enjoyable ways to improve at chess is by learning these thematic manoeuvres. Beginners will benefit from the clear explanation of basic concepts, such as how to utilise a fork, pin, or skewer.
Play Winning Chess is an introduction to the moves, strategies and philosophy of chess, with clear explanations of the games, fundamental and instructive examples, question-and-answer sections, sample games and psychological hints.
Do you have a child who is interested in chess, but you're not sure how to help? In Survival Guide for Chess Parents, Tanya Jones concentrates on the numerous aspects of being a 'chess parent' and answers the many questions facing those with chess-playing children. There's certainly more to this than meets the eye. Problems are as diverse as 'How can I help in the very early stages?', 'How do I find suitable clubs and tournaments?', 'Should I watch when he or she is playing?' and 'How do I find a good chess coach?'