• Grasp the principles of play during each phase of the game
• Know the pieces and their unique powers
• Try out tactics and combinations

Master the game of chess

Kings, queens, knights ? does chess seem like a royal pain to grasp? Chess For Dummies is here to help you wrap your mind around the rules of the game, make sense of those puzzling pieces, and start playing chess like a champ. Whether you're playing for the first time, want to be a better player, or even compete in a tournament, this guide helps you make the very best moves!

Inside...

• Chess etiquette 101
• Go after the king
• Build pattern recognition
• Use mating patterns
• Select your strategy
• Open strong
• Master the middlegame
• Bring your endgame skills
• Play online