A Short History of Chess

A Short History of Chess
Author: Henry A. Davidson
Publisher: Crown
Total Pages: 219
Release: 2012-10-10
Genre: Games & Activities
ISBN: 0307828298

A compact and comprehensive chronicle of the worldwide origins and history of the game of chess—from 500 A.D. to its modern gameplay today Have you ever wondered what the pieces in the chessboard mean or why each piece has a unique move? In A Short History of Chess, Henry A. Davidson explores the ancient roots of chess and the developments around the world that led to the modern version of the popular game. For people new to the game and experienced players alike, Davidson includes a polyglot—a lexicon of chess terms in the forty major languages of the world. And for the skeptical reader or those interested in learning more, there is also a working bibliography of English language references.

Chess Explorations

Chess Explorations
Author: Edward Winter
Publisher: Cadogan Books
Total Pages: 343
Release: 1996
Genre: Games
ISBN: 9781857441710

Chess Notes has delighted players around the world for more than a decade. Initially published as a journal but now a syndicated magazine column appearing in half a dozen languages, Edward Winter's creation provides fresh and colourful material on all aspects of chess, past and present. Often humorous, always penetrating, this selection from the journal features a miscellany of neglected brilliancies, combinations, howlers, witticisms, enigmas, hoaxes and much more. Whether extolling chess kings or exposing chess rogues, unearthing forgotten facts about Steinitz or scrutinizing the statements of Kasparov, Chess Notes sets the record straight in what Harry Golombek described as 'a most refreshing acerbity of tone'.

Chess For Dummies

Chess For Dummies
Author: James Eade
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 559
Release: 2011-09-07
Genre: Games & Activities
ISBN: 1118162366

For all levels of chess players, Chess For Dummies, 3rd Edition, brings readers an updated guide to the wide world of chess. Offering easily-understood explanations of the game and its components, this book is a must have for those developing an interest or looking for an extra edge in chess. Chess For Dummies, 3rd Edition: Offers easily-understood explanations of the game and its components Provides introductory chapters and then introduces readers to different perspectives on chess from strategy and etiquette, to winning defensive and offensive secrets Contains approximately 25% new material, including updated chapters on computer chess games, playing chess online, new tournament rules and much more

Catalogue

Catalogue
Author: Bernard Quaritch (Firm)
Publisher:
Total Pages: 1670
Release: 1938
Genre: Antiquarian booksellers
ISBN: