Description: Manufacturer of the World's Finest Chess Equipment Chess Pieces Chess Boards Chess Set and Board Combinations Chess Boxes Travel Sets Chess Bags Chess Clocks Chess Books Chess DVDs Chess Software Chess Magazines Chess Accessories Other Chess 101 Specifications Manufacturer: Self Published Author: Dave Schloss Pages: 86 Pages Binding type: Paperback Publication Year: 2008 Notation Type: NL - Notationless Learning to play chess involves more than just knowing how to move the pieces. Chess 101 is a chess book for beginners that provides a comprehensive overview of everything a new player needs to know. This includes...* Types of boards and pieces * Setting up the board * The value of the pieces * How the pieces move, including castling and "en passant"* Chess notation * The three phases of the game of chess * How to study chess * What a chess rating is and how to get one * Chess clock rules * An overview of faster chess games * The mechanics of a tournament * Rules and etiquette * Tips to winning chessChess 101 also contains over two dozen exhibits, designed to make understanding the game easy!Whether you want to know anything from setting up the board and moving the pieces, to the rules and etiquette of the game, to competing in your first tournament, you'll find it all and much more in Chess 101. Dave has given us a delightful introduction to the royal game. Enjoy and learn!Bruce Pandolfini, Chess author, teacher and coach and was portrayed by Ben Kingsley in the film Searching for Bobby FischerThis basic how-to manual, written in a simple and logical way, opens the door to the world of chess. It provides newcomers easy access to the intriguing and exciting challenges of both casual and tournament play.Bill Cornwall. Former Florida chess champion and national award-winning chess trainer and columnist who has served on the U.S. Chess Federation's Chess In Education and Rules committeesChess 101 stands alone among chess books for beginners because of its clarity and organization. In Chess 101, Dave Schloss moves seamlessly from the board setup and piece description, to the moves and relative values of the pieces, to chess notation, and then on to elements of chess strategy. This work fills a void as the beginner's book of choice, for chess students grade four or older, through adult, who want authoritative information. The reader will also learn all about how to get started in chess tournaments and how to get more involved in the fascinating game of chess.Michael Rohde, Grandmaster and former U.S. High School Champion, U.S. Junior Champion and U.S. Open Champion Manufacturer of the World's Finest Chess Equipment Why settle for less when you can own a legend! Categories Chess Pieces Chess Boards Chess Set and Board Combinations Chess Boxes Travel Sets Chess Bags Chess Clocks Chess Books Chess DVDs Chess Software Chess Magazines Chess Accessories The History of the Staunton Pattern Chess Pieces Welcome to the official website of House of Staunton, manufacturer of the world's finest Chess sets, chess pieces and chess boards of all types and for all budgets. Whether you're looking for a luxury chess set to pass on to future generations or a plastic chess set to use at your local chess club, you'll find the perfect chess set at The House of Staunton. Our chess sets are crafted from a wide range of materials, including such luxurious materials as Ebony,Tasmanian Blackwood, and Amboyna Burl. We invite you to browse the incredible selection of chess sets, chess pieces and chess boards offered by the House of Staunton. With our everyday low prices, same-day shipping and industry-leading customer service, we are confident that you will agree that the House of Staunton offers the finest chess sets and chess boards. Copyright © - The House of Staunton Important Pages About us Testimonials
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Subject: Hobbies & Crafts
Topic: Chess
Item Length: 7.5in.
Item Height: 0.2in.
Item Width: 5in.
Author: David P. Schloss
Publication Name: Chess 101 : Everything a New Chess Player Needs to Know!
Format: Trade Paperback
Language: English
Educational Level: Adult & Further Education
Publisher: Questions, Incorporated
Publication Year: 2009
Type: Textbook
Number of Pages: 86 Pages