Chess and Checkers : the Way to Mastership

INTRODUCTION

THE HISTORY OF CHESS THE HISTORY OF CHECKERS

PART I: THE GAME OF CHESS

I. THE RULES OF THE GAME

Board and men The moves of the men Special terms Symbols for moves Chess laws

II. ELEMENTARY TACTICS

Fundamental endings Relative value of the men How the different men cooperate Sacrificing

III. GENERAL PRINCIPLES OF CHESS STRAT...