Download or read book Mensa Guide to Chess written by Burt Hochberg and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2003 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You don't have to be a genius to enjoy chess. The practical instruction provided here can help anyone progress from first timer or novice to capable intermediate in 30 days, while instilling an understanding of the game's fundamentals, and providing a strong foundation for future advancement. The game's history, the basic moves for each piece, and strategies for openings, middle game and endgame positions are all covered, and you can measure your progress with the exercises that follow each section. Checkmating tips for the Queen and minor pieces are included, as is advice for salvaging a draw when you have a weakened position. Unlike many other chess books, the lessons included here are designed for "real-world" play, using positions that are most likely to occur for newer players. Also featured is a Foreword by renowned chessmaster, teacher, and columnist Bruce Pandolfini, who was the instructor played by Ben Kingsley in the film, " Searching for Bobby Fisher."

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Download or read book Play Winning Checkers written by Robert W. Pike and published by Sterling Publishing Company. This book was released on 1999 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn the skills and strategies to play the game of checkers like a champion.

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Download or read book Easy Guide to Chess written by B. H. Wood and published by . This book was released on 2016-04-27 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First published in 1942, the late B.H. Wood's classic Easy Guide to Chess has been successfully used by thousands of chess players around the world. Topics covered include: the men, their moves, starting the game, the importance of pawns, how to record the moves, standard openings, and much more. This introductory book has been substantially revised for the first algebraic edition, which will bring the game to a new generation of young players.

Download or read book Play Winning Checkers written by Bruce Sterling and published by Sterling. This book was released on 2000-06-30 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This gift set includes a great guide to the game and a fantastic fold-up magnetic checkers board that doubles as a handy traveling case. "Play Winning Checkers," an official manual of American Mensa, shows how to find alternative solutions to problems, break down complex situations, keep control of long-term strategy, and stay on the winning track. As you go move-by-move through entire games, see how to protect your pieces, get kings and use them well, and block your challenger. "Big bonus" the back cover is a fold-out game board!

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