The Blue Book of Chess

Download or read book The Blue Book of Chess written by Howard Staunton and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2020-01-09 with total page 358 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'The Blue Book of Chess' is the perfect guide for beginners and enthusiasts alike. Howard Staunton's simplified approach to the game's openings and moves will help readers understand the fundamentals of chess without getting overwhelmed. The book includes a variety of actual games played by distinguished players of different nations and provides insights into the variations made by experienced players. The book covers all recognized openings, including the King's Knight's Opening, King's Bishop's Opening, King's Gambit, Queen's Gambit, and irregular openings. In addition, the book includes a section on endings of games and chess problems to help readers sharpen their skills.