First Steps 1 e4 e5

John Michael Emms (1967- )

ISBN 10: 178194413X / ISBN 13: 9781781944134

Published by Everyman Chess, London, 2018

About this Item

304 pages with diagrams and indexes. Royal octavo (9 1/2" x 6 1/2") bound in original publisher's pictorial wrappers. First edition. Starting a chess game with 1 e4 e5 is so common that the resulting complex of opening systems traditionally commands its own sobriquet, "The Open Games" (1 e4 met by other replies are "Semi-Open Games" and everything else comes under "Closed Games"). The central structure with pawns on e4 and e5 often leads to play based around highly classical themes which are the bedrock of successful chess understanding. Condition: Light edge wear with gently bumped corners else very good.

Seller Inventory # C3033

Bibliographic Details

• Title: First Steps 1 e4 e5
• Publisher: Everyman Chess, London
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 178194413X
• ISBN 13: 9781781944134
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Very Good
• Weight: 2 pounds
• Seller catalogs:
  • Chess

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Synopsis

Starting a chess game with 1 e4 e5 is so common that the resulting complex of opening systems traditionally commands its own sobriquet, “The Open Games” (1 e4 met by other replies are “Semi-Open Games” and everything else comes under “Closed Games”). The central structure with pawns on e4 and e5 often leads to play based around highly classical themes which are the bedrock of successful chess understanding.

First Steps is a new opening series and is ideal for improving players who want simple and straightforward explanations. First Steps emphasizes:

• the basic principles
• the basic strategies
• the key tricks and traps

First Steps books are based around carefully selected instructive games which demonstrate exactly what both sides are trying to achieve. There is enough theory to enable the improving player to get to grips with the opening without feeling overwhelmed. If you want to take up a new opening, First Steps is the ideal place to start.

Review

Throughout the coverage is extremely clear and should be especially of use to juniors and the weaker club player. (Sean Marsh CHESS Magazine, Feb 2018)

This is a fun and informative book. While some of the material is basic ... much of it stresses the micro-principles that when adhered to lead to winning chess play. First Steps: 1 e4 e5 is more of an instructional manual about piece activity in the open games than an opening book, as such it is suitable for a broader range of players than its title suggests. (Mark Donlan ChessCafe.com, April 2018)