Publisher's Synopsis
The Chess Player's Instructor: Or Guide To Beginners is a book written by Charles Henry Stanley and was first published in 1859. The book is a comprehensive guide for beginners who wish to learn the game of chess. It covers all the basic rules of the game, including the movements of each piece, the objective of the game, and the different strategies that can be employed to win.The book also includes a brief history of chess, as well as information on the different variations of the game. It provides detailed explanations of various chess terms and concepts, such as checkmate, castling, and the different types of pawn structures.The Chess Player's Instructor also includes a number of chess puzzles and exercises designed to help beginners improve their skills and develop their understanding of the game. These puzzles range from simple checkmate problems to more complex tactical and strategic challenges.Overall, The Chess Player's Instructor is an excellent resource for anyone who is new to the game of chess and wants to learn how to play. It provides a clear and concise introduction to the game, and its puzzles and exercises are a great way to improve one's skills and understanding of the game.Containing All The Information Necessary To Acquire A Knowledge Of The Game.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.