Complete Idiot's Guide to Chess

It's your move. You're no idiot, of course. You know that chess is perhaps the most enjoyable-and challenging-game in the world. For those who play, chess provides a lifetime of fun. But how do you make the first move to learn the rules-or improve beyond feeling like a pawn? Don't cry checkmate just yet. The Complete Idiot's GuideR to Chess, Third Edition, will guide your every move across the board. In this updated and revised Complete Idiot's GuideR, you get: * An introduction to chess pieces-Pawn, Knight, Bishop, Rook, Queen, and King-and a complete, easy-to-follow explanation of all the rules. * Hundreds of diagrams throughout so you can easily follow the book's instructions. * Comprehensive instruction on the same winning tactics and strategies used by Grandmasters. * Up-to-date information about computer chess-on your PC or in the palm of your hand. Learn from a Grandmaster how to ... * Castle your King as soon as possible. * Get the jump on your opponent in the first 10 moves. * Protect your pieces from capture-and capture your opponent's pieces. * Recognize when it's time to attack and when it's crucial to defend. * Find the hidden winning possibilities when your opponent thinks the game is a draw. * Recognize your opponent's weaknesses-and your own. * Play chess online or via e-mail.Wolff, Patrick is the author of 'Complete Idiot's Guide to Chess' with ISBN 9781592573165 and ISBN 1592573169.