The Batsford Book Of Chess: From Beginner of Winner

The Batsford Book of Chess is a landmark, full-color chess instruction book, ideal for both novices and those wanting to improve their game. The book takes the form of a course, with quick-start guides to help to retain the information you've learned and puzzle sections to let you test yourself as you go. To illustrate more advanced strategy and tactics, author Sean Marsh uses world-class chess 'heroes', such as Anatoly Karpov and Mikhail Tal, to bring the concepts to life. Easy to follow, but thorough, this book is the essential companion for all budding chess champions.