Play Winning Chess is an introduction to the moves, strategies and philosophy of chess, with clear explanations of the games, fundamental and instructive examples. With question-and-answer sections, sample games and psychological hints, Yasser Seirawan lays a solid foundation for those who want to play winning chess.
"Play Winning Chess is an enthusiastic introduction to chess that will transform you into a veritable gladiator of the chessboard. Yasser Seirawan begins by explaining piece movement, chess notation, the rules of play and basic tactics. His examples, question-and-answer sections, psychological hints, and lively sample games help you learn strategies and play aggressively while having fun. Discovering how to engage in clever attacks and subtle defenses will take you beyond the thrill of competition into the realm of creative art. Play Winning Chess is exuberant and conversational, enlivened by personal anecdotes and fascinating historical details."
