Learn Chess

Description

Starting with the very basics, this book tells you everything you need to know
to become a successful chess-player. Dr John Nunn has built up a world-wide
reputation for the outstanding clarity of his writings on a wide range of
chess topics. This is his first book to tackle the fundamentals of chess. No
prior knowledge is assumed. The reader learns step-by-step, with each new
point illustrated by clear examples. By the end of the book, the reader will
be fully ready to take on opponents across the board, or on the Internet, and
start winning. Topics include:The rules of chessChess notationHow to win
materialAttacking playThe OpeningThe MiddlegameThe EndgameChess psychologyDr
John Nunn is a grandmaster from England. He has won four individual gold
medals and three team silver medals at Chess Olympiads. In chess problem
solving competitions he has three times won the world championship title. He
is arguably the most highly acclaimed chess writer in the world, with three of
his books receiving the prestigious British Chess Federation Book of the Year
Award. His classic work Understanding Chess Move by Move is regarded by many
as a must-read for all students of the game. Read more

Features:

Product Details:

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Gambit Publications; 5/13/00 edition (October 1, 2000)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 192 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1901983307
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 02
• Grade level ‏ : ‎ 4 and up
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8 ounces
• Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.2 x 0.5 x 7.8 inches
• Best Sellers Rank: #547,064 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #652 in Chess (Books)
• #652 in Chess (Books)