The Game of Go: The National Game of Japan

The Game of Go: The National Game of Japan
by Arthur Smith

The Game of Go: The National Game of Japan
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Author: Arthur Smith
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1989-12-15
ISBN: 0804802025
Number of pages: 246
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

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Book Review: Essential reading for any serious player.
Summary: 5 Stars

First published in 1908, Arthur Smith's classic text on the game of Go has recently been republished. This book is essential reading for any serious Go player, as well as for the interested newbie. Although some of the comments made by the author have dated since it's original publication the game itself is essentially unchanged. Consequently it remains an unsurpassed and comprehensive introduction and provides a detailed analysis of all aspects of Go, including numerous diagrams, sample games, problems and even a history of Japans national game. There are a great number of books on this subject around, and some people may find the text a little dry or terse, but nothing provides such a strong all-round no-nonsense explanation of this game. If you only buy one Go book, I recommend that you make it this one.

Summary of The Game of Go: The National Game of Japan

Passing from China, where it was developed over 3,000 years ago, to Japan, where it today commands a vast and enthusiastic following, Go is probably the oldest intellectual game in the world. Similar to chess, it leaves nothing to chance, requiring great strategy and carefully plotted campaigns to achieve an impregnable position, block enemies from lines of communication and win a series of battles. To penetrate this complicated, challenging game requires a great guide? and this is it. Unsurpassable in its clarity and comprehensiveness, The Game of Go has been the classic guide to the game since it was first published in 1956.

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