xx+348 pages with diagrams, photographs, drawings, glossary and index. Royal octavo (9" x 7 1/4") bound in original publisher's pictorial wrappers. First published in 1997.

Wolff is a U.S. Chess Champion and International Chess Grandmaster. He uses his wealth of knowledge to simplify the complexities of chess and make it much less intimidating to novices. The book contains over 20 pages of detailed answers, more than 400 illustrated chess boards, and clear explanations of the basic principles.

Condition: Light edge wear, remainder mark at heal end pages else very good.

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Bibliographic Details

Title

Complete Idiot's Guide to Chess

Publisher

Alpha Books, Indianapolis

Publication Date

2001

Language

English

ISBN 10

0028641825

ISBN 13

9780028641829

Binding

Soft cover

Edition

2nd Edition

Condition

Very Good

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Synopsis

Confused by esoteric chess terms like castling, forking, and making Luft? Can't tell whether you've got your opponent in check or checkmate? This book will tell you everything you need to know to become a budding Kasparov, from the names of pieces and their movements to tactics and strategies, from advanced maneuvers to setting up chess tournaments and clubs where you can test your skills. Also covered: a history of chess, from its beginnings in ancient India to how it became the world's most played game; all the basics of the board and the pieces; elementary rules and object of the game; famous openings and well-know tactics; sneak attacks and other tricky plays; exercises that explain strategies and chess-move annotations (often found in newspapers); and advice for using the Internet and computer programs to better your game and tips on starting a chess club or tournament.

About the Author

Patrick Wolff is a two-time U.S. Chess Champion (1992 and 1995) and an International Chess Grand-master. Patrick writes a chess column for the Boston Globe. In addition, he has been a chess coach and instructor and has appeared in several instructional chess videos.

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