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How to Play Chess for Beginners - Rules, Strategies & Openings

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Description
Master chess from the ground up with this fully revised 2026 edition designed specifically for beginners who have never played before. This comprehensive guide walks you through setting up the board and moving every piece correctly, then progresses to core tactics including forks, pins, skewers, and winning patterns. Learn opening principles to start games confidently, middlegame strategy for planning attacks and defences, and endgame basics to finish matches decisively. Every concept is explained through clear, illustrated examples that make learning straightforward and accessible. Best of all, the book includes a printed chess board and cut-out pieces, so you can start playing immediately without needing to purchase a separate chess set. Whether you want to understand the rules, develop winning strategies, or master opening theory, this practical guide combines instruction with hands-on practice for rapid improvement.

Key Features

Includes a printed chess board and cut-out pieces so you can begin playing straight away without buying additional equipment.

Covers piece setup and movement, core tactics such as forks, pins, and skewers, and simple winning patterns for competitive play.

Teaching opening principles helps you avoid early mistakes and establish a strong foundation for every game you play.

Middlegame strategy sections explain how to plan effectively, launch attacks, and mount strong defences during play.

Endgame basics build your confidence to finish games decisively once the board begins to thin out.

Fully revised and expanded 2026 edition ensures all content reflects current chess understanding and teaching methods.

Clear, illustrated examples throughout the book make abstract concepts concrete and easy to grasp for complete newcomers.

Product Specifications
Format
paperback
ASIN
1960395580
Category
Books > Subjects > Sports, Hobbies & Games > Hobbies & Games > Board Games > Chess
Domain
Amazon UK
Release Date
26 January 2024
Listed Since
27 January 2024

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