Once a player has learned how the pieces move, the next task is to put them to work &ndash that is, to study tactics. For all players, from beginners to champions, tactical skill is the main component
This book is a comprehensive manual for those new to chess, which explains with great clarity the basics of the game. Using innovative methods, Gude ensures that readers quickly grasp each key concept
Chess might seem a complex and mysterious game, but the ultimate goal is simple: checkmate.Checkmate can occur in all stages of the game, from snap mates in the opening, through middlegame attacks to
