Chess for Success: Using an Old Game to Build New Strengths in Children and Teens

Ashley, Maurice

ISBN 10: 0767915682 / ISBN 13: 9780767915687

Published by Harmony/Rodale/Convergent (edition First Edition), 2005

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Chess for Success: Using an Old Game to Build New Strengths in Children and Teens
• Publisher: Harmony/Rodale/Convergent (edition First Edition)
• Publication Date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0767915682
• ISBN 13: 9780767915687
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: First Edition.
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

Maurice Ashley immigrated to New York from Jamaica at the age of twelve, only to be confronted with the harsh realities of urban life. But he found his inspiration for a better life after stumbling upon a chess book and becoming hypnotized by the game. He would eventually break the chess world's color lines by becoming an International Grandmaster in 1999.

Ashley realized that chess strategies could be used as an educational tool to help children avoid the pitfalls often associated with growing up. In this book, he serves up compelling anecdotes about how chess has positively affected young players. He also offers tips on technique, how to make the game fun for children of all ages and levels, and how to overcome the myth that chess isn't cool. Through his guidance, readers will understand how chess strategies can improve a child's mental agility, creativity, and problem-solving skills. Chess for Success is a much-anticipated resource for parents, teachers, counselors, youth workers, and chess lovers.

About the Author

MAURICE ASHLEY was named 2003 Grandmaster of the Year by the U.S. Chess Federation. He has been profiled by such publications as the New York Times, Sports Illustrated, and USA Weekend. He lives with his family in Queens, New York.