The Complete Idiot's Guide to Chess, Third Edition

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Chess, Third Edition
by Patrick Wolff

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Chess, Third Edition
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Author: Patrick Wolff
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2005-05-03
ISBN: 1592573169
Number of pages: 448
Publisher: Alpha

Book Reviews of The Complete Idiot's Guide to Chess, Third Edition

Book Review: Happy Idiot
Summary: 5 Stars

I'm 70 years old and picked Chess for my mental exercise during 2009. Hey ! It's working ! The Guide is really very clear and presents Chess in an interesting way so one doesn't get lost or overwhelmed by it. Great book to start Chess with.

Summary of The Complete Idiot's Guide to Chess, Third Edition

Don't make a move without it.

Written by a U.S. Chess Champion, International Chess Grandmaster, and longtime instructor, this book includes information for both novice and expert, including over 400 illustrated chessboards and photos; over 20 pages of detailed answer key notes; a completely new chapter on new evidence about chess and its impact on brain power; a guide to the art of chess collectibles; and more.

. Foreword by Larry Evans, former International Grandmaster and author of 20 highly acclaimed chess books and a popular monthly advice column in Chess Life

. Strong sales for previous editions

. For the beginner or the champ, and for young and old

. Author has a high profile in the chess community

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