Chess for Beginners Picture Guide, A
“Chess for Beginners Picture Guide, A” by Al Horowitz, published by HarperCollins on June 17, 1992, is a comprehensive introduction to the game of chess. This 144-page book is designed for those new to chess, offering insights drawn from Horowitz’s extensive experience as a chess player and educator. The author focuses on the tactical elements of the game, guiding readers on how to identify opportunities and make impactful moves, while also emphasizing the importance of understanding opening strategies over rote memorization.
Readers will find practical advice that aims to enhance their enjoyment and skill in playing chess. The book covers essential concepts and methods that make the game accessible and engaging for beginners. With a focus on games and activities, this edition serves as a valuable resource for anyone looking to develop their chess abilities in a straightforward and enjoyable manner.
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In this book, I. A. Horowitz, Chess Editor of the New York Times and former U.S. Open Champion, applies some of the ideas and convictions acquired from thirty-five years of playing, teaching and analyzing the royal game. He emphasizes the tactical aspects of the game: how to recognize the big chance and hit hard when it occurs. He also stresses the ideas and methods in opening play, rather than the routine memorizing of variations that takes the joy out of chess for so many beginners.
When you have completed this book, you will be able to play chess with pleasure and some ability.
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