The Complete Idiots Guide To Chess 3rd Edition

Author : Patrick Wolff
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1615643826
Total Pages : 557 pages
Book Rating : 4.20/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Complete Idiot's Guide to Chess, 3rd Edition written by Patrick Wolff and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2005-05-03 with total page 557 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by a U.S. Chess Champion, International Chess Grandmaster, and longtime instructor, this book includes information for both novice and expert, including over 400 illustrated chessboards and photos; over 20 pages of detailed answer key notes; a completely new chapter on new evidence about chess and its impact on brain power; a guide to the art of chess collectibles; and more. - Foreword by Larry Evans, former International Grandmaster and author of 20 highly acclaimed chess books and a popular monthly advice column in Chess Life - For the beginner or the champ, and for young and old

Author : Patrick Wolff
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 0786548282
Total Pages : 385 pages
Book Rating : 4.86/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Complete Idiot's Guide to Chess written by Patrick Wolff and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2003-02-05 with total page 385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Confused by esoteric chess terms like castling, forking, and making Luft? Can't tell whether you've got your opponent in check or checkmate? This book will tell you everything you need to know to become a budding Kasparov, from the names of pieces and their movements to tactics and strategies, from advanced maneuvers to setting up chess tournaments and clubs where you can test your skills. Also covered: a history of chess, from its beginnings in ancient India to how it became the world's most played game; all the basics of the board and the pieces; elementary rules and object of the game; famous openings and well-know tactics; sneak attacks and other tricky plays; exercises that explain strategies and chess-move annotations (often found in newspapers); and advice for using the Internet and computer programs to better your game and tips on starting a chess club or tournament.

Author : William Aramil
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 144065185X
Total Pages : 212 pages
Book Rating : 4.54/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Complete Idiot's Guide to Chess Openings written by William Aramil and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2008-10-07 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It’s your move . . . The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Chess Openings provides all readers need to know to solidify their opening game and get on the road to victory. In it, the authors provide a step-by-step walk-through of 100 of the most effective opening moves. Each opening strategy is clearly and succinctly explained, with numerous illustrations that bolster the reader’s understanding. • Step-by-step advice and strategies, as well as helpful illustrations • Approximately 605 million people worldwide play chess; the World Chess Federation estimates that more than 285 million play chess online

Author : Macmillan General Reference Staff
Publisher : Alpha Books
ISBN 13 : 9780028651552
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.53/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Complete Idiot's Guide to Chess written by Macmillan General Reference Staff and published by Alpha Books. This book was released on 1998-07 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Patrick Wolff
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1465462848
Total Pages : 805 pages
Book Rating : 4.48/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Idiot's Guides: Chess, 3rd Edition written by Patrick Wolff and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2005-05-03 with total page 805 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by a U.S. Chess Champion, International Chess Grandmaster, and longtime instructor, this book includes information for both novice and expert, including over 400 illustrated chessboards and photos; over 20 pages of detailed answer key notes; a completely new chapter on new evidence about chess and its impact on brain power; a guide to the art of chess collectibles; and more. - Foreword by Larry Evans, former International Grandmaster and author of 20 highly acclaimed chess books and a popular monthly advice column in Chess Life - For the beginner or the champ, and for young and old

Author : Patrick Wolff
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781336123403
Total Pages : pages
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Download or read book Complete Idiot's Guide to Chess written by Patrick Wolff and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : William Aramil
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 9781592577767
Total Pages : 214 pages
Book Rating : 4.68/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Complete Idiot's Guide to Chess Openings written by William Aramil and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2008 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The way players begin a game of chess often dictates the outcome, which explains why hundreds of websites, computer programs, and even a five-volume book collection called The Encyclopaedia of Chess Openings are all devoted to categorizing the thousands of possible moves with which a chess game can be opened. But sorting through all that information is daunting, not to mention time-consuming, especially when literally thousands of opening move options are available. With all that information, how does the chess novice figure out the best openings and the most strategic way to execute them, both offensively and defensively? Right here! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Chess Openingsprovides all readers need to know to solidify their opening game and get on the road to victory. This book provides a step-by-step walk-through of 100 of the most effective opening moves. Each opening strategy is clearly and succinctly explained, with numerous illustrations that bolster the reader's understanding. Perfectly suited to the chess player who wants to take his or her game to the next level, this book is the next step on the road to becoming a grand master.

Author : Edward C. Rosenthal Ph.D.
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1101478845
Total Pages : 419 pages
Book Rating : 4.44/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Complete Idiot's Guide to Game Theory written by Edward C. Rosenthal Ph.D. and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2011-03-01 with total page 419 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gain some insight into the game of life... Game Theory means rigorous strategic thinking. It is based on the idea that everyone acts competitively and in his own best interest. With the help of mathematical models, it is possible to anticipate the actions of others in nearly all life's enterprises. This book includes down-to-earth examples and solutions, as well as charts and illustrations designed to help teach the concept. In The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Game Theory, Dr. Edward C. Rosenthal makes it easy to understand game theory with insights into: • The history of the discipline made popular by John Nash, the mathematician dramatized in the film A Beautiful Mind • The role of social behavior and psychology in this amazing discipline • How important game theory has become in our society and why

Author : Elizabeth Moran
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780028643397
Total Pages : 383 pages
Book Rating : 4.99/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Complete Idiot's Guide to Feng Shui written by Elizabeth Moran and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 383 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the most complete and easy-to-understand book on classical Feng Shui, this revision includes coverage of the next level of a method of classical feng shui called Flying Start. Photographs and floorplans are included.

Author : Fred Reinfeld
Publisher : Courier Corporation
ISBN 13 : 9780486204390
Total Pages : 132 pages
Book Rating : 4.91/5 ( download)

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Download or read book How to Force Checkmate written by Fred Reinfeld and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 1958-01-01 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 300 diagrammed positions, subdivided into situations of mate in one, two, or three moves, introduce you to a vast array of checkmate situations. For study, as entertainment during leisure moments or travel (you need no board), this book will help end your games with a brilliant touch.