Practical chess grammar: or, an introduction to the royal game of chess, in a series of plates: designed to instruct the learner, remove the difficulties of this elegant and scientific game, and render it attainable by the lowest capacity

KENNY, William Stopford

Published by T. and J. Allman: W.H. Reid; and Baldwin, Cradock and Joy, 1818

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1818 Practical CHESS Grammar Kenny Instruction Game Strategy Rules Illustrated William Kenny was an accomplished chess player and teacher, as well as the author, editor, or compiler of numerous instructive books, including this popular manual, Practical Chess Grammar. His Practical Chess Grammar was published in 1817 and gives an overview on instruction and information including: Illustrations and guides to the march of the pieces and pawns The opening of the game General maxims and rules Laws of chess Observations on the conclusions of games Power of pieces and their relative value Examples of various openings, mates and situations Opinions and anecdotes respecting the game of chess And more This 1818 edition includes 10 illustrated plates throughout. Item number: #10233 Price: $499 KENNY, William Stopford Practical chess grammar: or, an introduction to the royal game of chess, in a series of plates: designed to instruct the learner, remove the difficulties of this elegant and scientific game, and render it attainable by the lowest capacity London: T. and J. Allman: W.H. Reid; and Baldwin, Cradock and Joy, 1818. Details: Collation: Complete with all pages vi, [2], 57 10 plates Provenance: Handwritten John Lake Language: English Binding: Hardcover; tight & secure Size: ~9.75in X 8in (24.5cm x 20cm) Our Guarantee: Very Fast. Very Safe. Free Shipping Worldwide. Customer satisfaction is our priority! Notify us with 7 days of receiving, and we will offer a full refund without reservation! 10233 Photos available upon request. Seller Inventory # 10233

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Title: Practical chess grammar: or, an introduction...

Publisher: T. and J. Allman: W.H. Reid; and Baldwin, Cradock and Joy

Publication Date: 1818

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Near Fine