Book description
Win at Chess is the ultimate beginner's guide to this complex
tactical game. You will quickly get to grips with the pieces, basic
moves and elementary tactics - to help you develop your strategy and
win. You will build your skill and learn how to exploit your
opponent's strengths and weaknesses to ultimately force checkmate. The
book is packed with new interactive features which include tips and
commentaries on historic games and exercises for the reader.
It won't overburden you with too many complex ideas too quickly, but
will build your understanding and confidence in simple steps.
NOT GOT MUCH TIME?
One, five and ten-minute introductions to
key principles to get you started.
AUTHOR INSIGHTS
Lots of instant help with common problems and
quick tips for success, based on the authors' many years of experience.
TEST YOURSELF
Tests in the book and online to keep track of
your progress.
EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGE
Extra online articles at www.
teachyourself. com to give you a richer understanding of chess.
FIVE THINGS TO REMEMBER
Quick refreshers to help you remember
the key facts.
TRY THIS
Innovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt
and how to use it.