Want to play chess like a champ? Dummies can help.
From Netflix's "The Queen's Gambit" to podcasts, virtual and mobile
gaming, and beyond, chess is back in a big way. But, with all those
kings, queens, and knights, chess can be a royal pain to grasp. Chess
For Dummies is here to help beginners wrap their minds around the rules
of the game, make sense of those puzzling pieces, and sharpen their
chess strategy such that even Paul Morphy would be impressed. You'll
learn the laws of chess, its lingo, and engage in the art of the attack
with the easy-to-follow, step-by-step explanations found in the latest
edition of Chess For Dummies.
Whether you're playing chess online, in a tournament, or across the
dining room table with a family member or friend, this hands-on guide is
sure to capture your interest (and your opponent's queen), getting you
up to speed on the game and its components and giving you the know-how
you need to put the principles of play into action from the opening to
the endgame.
- Grasp the rules of play and the nuances of each phase of the game
- Familiarize yourself with the pieces and the board
- Pick the perfect chess set and chessboard for you
- Get to know each of the pieces and their powers
If you feel like you're in a stalemate before you even begin a game,
Chess For Dummies is your guide to forcing moves, raking bishops, and
skewering your opponents like a true champion.
