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Loading... Chess fundamentals (original 1921; edition 1921)by José Raúl Capablanca
Work InformationChess Fundamentals by Jose R. Capablanca (1921)
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Sign up for LibraryThing to find out whether you'll like this book. No current Talk conversations about this book. 3/4/22 Capablanca was a chess grandmaster, one of the great chess players and this is his book of basic strategy. This book originally was owned by my mother; she taught herself how to play primarily by using this book, then taught me--and we went on to destroy the enemy! Er... I mean to enjoy playing the game with many others. It explains first principles such as good openings, controlling the center, attacking and cutting off pieces and good endgame strategies. A well-written, very useful guide accessibly for a beginner. no reviews | add a review
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Jose Capablanca's classic instructional manual Chess Fundamentals first appeared in 1921, the year he defeated Emanuel Lasker for the world championship title. This handbook is packed with timeless advice on different aspects of practical play and illustrated by Capablanca's own games. No library descriptions found. |
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Google Books — Loading... GenresMelvil Decimal System (DDC)794.1The arts Recreational and performing arts Indoor games of skill; board games ChessLC ClassificationRatingAverage:
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