A Beginner's Book Of Chess (1917) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781120108784)

A Beginner's Book of Chess is a guidebook written by William F. Drueke and Company in 1917. The book is aimed at novice chess players who are just starting to learn the game. It provides a comprehensive overview of the rules of chess, including how the pieces move, how to set up the board, and how to play the game.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of the game. The first section introduces the reader to the basic rules of chess and explains how to move each of the pieces on the board. The second section covers some of the basic strategies and tactics that players can use to gain an advantage over their opponents.Later sections of the book delve into more advanced topics, such as the different types of openings that players can use to start a game, and the various ways in which players can attack and defend their pieces. The book also includes several annotated games, which provide examples of how the strategies and tactics discussed in earlier sections can be applied in real-world situations.Overall, A Beginner's Book of Chess is a valuable resource for anyone who is just starting to learn the game of chess. Its clear explanations and helpful examples make it an accessible and informative guide for players of all skill levels.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: William F. Drueke and Company
ISBN-10: 1120108780
ISBN-13: 9781120108784
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/24/2009
Pages: 36
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.31lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.09d