Checkmate! My First Chess Book
Checkmate! My First Chess Book by Garry Kasparov, published by Everyman Chess in 2004, is a comprehensive introduction to the game of chess. This first edition spans 96 pages and is presented in English. The book guides readers through the essential elements of chess, detailing the movements and values of each piece, including the king, queen, knights, bishops, and pawns. It also covers fundamental strategies such as attacking, defending, capturing, and executing special moves like castling, all aimed at preparing newcomers for their initial chess matches.
Readers will find a wealth of information on the rules and objectives of chess, along with practical advice on setting traps for opponents and avoiding common pitfalls. The book features full-color illustrations and an innovative design that enhances the learning experience. With insights from one of the world’s leading chess players, this resource serves as a valuable tool for anyone looking to embark on their chess journey.
Official synopsis Publisher
Discover all the various pieces – the king, the queen, the knights, the bishops and the pawns. Find out how the pieces move, the values of the chessmen, how to attack and how to defend, how to capture, how to employ special moves such as castling, how to write the moves down and, crucially, how to give check and deliver checkmate. Learn the numerous tricks and traps that you can set your unwary opponents and, just as importantly, how to avoid falling into them yourself. Make a journey through this book and, with the help of the world’s best player, readers will be ready for your first chess battle.
*Covers all the crucial rules, aims and aspects of the game
*Full color illustrations throughout
*Innovative design
*Written by a legend of the chess world
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