Aimed at novice chess players who have learned to play chess but who want to learn more, this book provides examples, each featuring some important tactical point, all grouped by theme. It also includes step-by-step explanations of all examples.

Simple Chess Tactics (Discovering Chess Series)

Gillam, A.J.

Reference

B.T.BATSFORD LTD

This guide deals with basic information needed to start playing chess including how the chessmen move and capture, the objects of the game, check and checkmate and the values of the different chessmen. The game is described step-by-step, supported by examples and diagrams. The book is designed to enable beginners to play their first game of chess. A.J.Gillam is a chess teacher and the author of all three titles in the "Discovering Chess" series.

Starting Chess (Discovering Chess)

Humor & Entertainment

Puzzles & Games

Chrysalis Books

<p>Here is the classic guide to winning chess for beginners. Recommended by chess coaches the world over, it presents a wide range of specific chess positions and asks the reader to find the next move or series of moves that lead to checkmate -- with two diagrams per page and the answers spelled out underneath.The beauty of Simple Checkmates is that it turns learning into a game. It's fun, it's fascinating, it's fundamental -- an invaluable tool for anyone who wants not only to play chess, but to win at chess. With more than 430 diagrams in all, this book is certain to take you -- or your children -- to a whole new level op play.</p>

Simple Checkmates

<p>This book explains how the reader can improve his or her game by looking at the common traps and strategies which arise at every stage of a game. Every important idea is systematically illustrated with several samples providing a thorough grounding in the basic techniques of chess play. The book will be ideal for the novice player who has mastered the basic skills of tactics and checkmating and wants to make further progress.</p>

Your First Chess Games (Batsford Chess Library)

Henry Holt Co.

Simple: Chess Tactics

Hippocrene Books

Problemas Resueltos Sobre Tacticas/ Simple Chess Tactics (Jaque Mate) (Spanish Edition)

Hispano Europea

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