Chess Analysed; Or, Instructions By Which A Perfect Knowledge Of This Noble Game May In A Short Time Be Acquir'D - Softcover

François Danican Philidor

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0371436400 ISBN 13: 9780371436400

Publisher: HardPress, 2021

Synopsis

"Chess Analysed; Or, Instructions By Which A Perfect Knowledge Of This Noble Game May In A Short Time Be Acquir'D" by François Danican Philidor. This historic chess treatise presents a thorough pedagogical approach to mastering the game, combining philosophical context, historical origin, and practical instruction. Philidor surveys the origins and development of chess, cites ancient authors, and emphasizes the central role of pawns in attack and defense. The work then moves into systematic, example-driven analysis of openings and gambits, including extensive discussions of gambits and back-games, with step-by-step move sequences and commentary intended to train players to foresee plans, structure their pawns, and coordinate pieces. It features numerous annotated games and variants, such as the Queen’s Gambit and Cunningham’s Gambit, illustrating strategic principles like pawn structure, tempo, and piece activity. The volume is a cornerstone for players seeking to elevate their understanding from rule-following to strategic mastery through practical practice and critical observation.

Edition details

• Publisher: HardPress
• Publication date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0371436400
• ISBN 13: 9780371436400
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 170