An edition of Chess: From First Moves to Checkmate (2001)

Chess

From First Moves to Checkmate

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An edition of Chess: From First Moves to Checkmate (2001)

Chess

From First Moves to Checkmate

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Master one of the world's greatest games with this inspiring book, written by International Grandmaster Daniel King. Clear diagrams and stunning illustrations guide beginners through the basic rules and moves, while puzzles, training exercises, and strategy tips help more experienced players improve their game. Discover the age-old history of chess as well as features on the greatest players.

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Kingfisher
Language
English
Pages
64

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Subjects

chess, chess basics, chess history, Chess, juvenile literature

People

Alexander Alekhine, Viswanathan Anand, Mikhail Botvinnik, Jose-Raoul Capablanca, William Caxton, Max Euwe, Bobby Fischer, Anatoly Karpov, Garry Kasparov, Alexander Khalifman, Viktor Korchnoi, Nikolai Krylenko, Vladimir Kramnik, Emanuel Lasker, Ruy Lopez, Tigran Petrosian, Andre Philidor, Boris Spassky, Wilhelm Steinitz, Mikhail Tal, Veselin Topalov, Alan Turing, William the Conqueror, Johannes Zukertort

Places

China, Egypt, Germany, India, Italy, London, Paris, Persia, Russia, Sicily, Soviet Union, Spain

Times

Middle Ages, Renaissance, Modern Era

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Chess: From First Moves To Checkmate
2010, Kingfisher
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Chess
July 19, 2004, Kingfisher Books Ltd
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Chess: From First Moves to Checkmate
April 15, 2001, Kingfisher
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First Sentence

"During the later Middle Ages, between 1100 and 1450, chess established itself as the most popular board game in Europe-among the ruling classes."

The Physical Object

Format
Hardcover
Number of pages
64
Dimensions
9.4 x 9.3 x 0.5 inches
Weight
1.1 pounds

ID Numbers

Open Library
OL7986996M
ISBN 10
0753453878
ISBN 13
9780753453872
Library Thing
2467916
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6023058

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