Learn to play chess like a boss
Book - 2019
"You already know just how enjoyable--and and challenging--the game of chess can be. For those who play, chess leads to a lifetime of fun. But how do you make the first move to learn the rules and transform from a pawn to a king? The path to a perfect checkmate is in your hands! In the pages of this book, you'll find an introduction to all the chess pieces including their strengths and weaknesses, tips on how to protect your pieces and prevent their capture, and guidance on when to attack and defend like a boss. " --Amazon.com.
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Indianapolis, IN :
DK Publishing
2019.
- Language
- English
- Main Author
- Edition
- First American edition
- Item Description
- "Reprinted from The Complete Idiot's Guide to Chess, Third Edition" -- Title page verso.
"Master the fundamentals of bridge quickly and easily with strategies from a seasoned pro!" -- Cover. - Physical Description
- ix, 390 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
- ISBN
- 9781465483812
- Part 1: Let's play chess
- Why play chess?
- Drawing the battle lines
- Rules of engagement
- How to win wiht just one piece
- Part 2: Tactics
- It's a material world
- Tricks of the tactical trade
- Dirtier tricks
- Hunting down the king
- Part 3: Strategy
- In the beginning
- Making the most of your pieces
- Pawn shop
- Space:The final frontier
- Weak squares
- All good things must come to an end
- Part 4: Beyond the basics
- Playing like a Boss and beyond!
- How computers play chess.