Teach Yourself Chess

Second Edition

This revised and updated edition contains all you need to learn and develop an understanding of good chess. It describes:
- the moves of the pieces, elementary tactics in attacking and defensive play, and the basic combinations to force checkmate;
- how to fight for control of the board in the opening stages;
- how to assess and exploit positional strengths and weaknesses and
- how to develop a strategic plan, leading from the opening into middlegame and endgame.

There are detailed commentaries on a series of historic games, selected to illustrate different styles and strategies of play, and added exercises bring the reader up to date with the battle for chess supremacy between humans and computers. Whether you are a complete beginner or seeking to improve your present level of play, this book will deepen your understanding of chess and enhance your enjoyment of the game, as player or spectator.