The joy of chess lies in its endless possibilities. With each move, you immerse yourself in a world of strategy, calculation and creativity. Every game presents a unique challenge, testing players' intellect and intuition to the maximum. Chess is also known for its ornate and beautiful pieces as much as it is for strategy and tactics. Even many people who don't play will often display a polished wooden set in their homes. Chess Illustrated offers a compact, accessible introduction to the pieces, classic sets and basic moves ...
Read More
The joy of chess lies in its endless possibilities. With each move, you immerse yourself in a world of strategy, calculation and creativity. Every game presents a unique challenge, testing players' intellect and intuition to the maximum. Chess is also known for its ornate and beautiful pieces as much as it is for strategy and tactics. Even many people who don't play will often display a polished wooden set in their homes. Chess Illustrated offers a compact, accessible introduction to the pieces, classic sets and basic moves of this supreme game of strategy. Learn about the Staunton chess pattern, which provides a model for most modern chess sets; marvel at the Isle of Lewis chess pieces, which offer a fascinating insight into the culture and wider connections of medieval Scotland; and understand how skilled players use pawns to control the centre of the board. The book also includes features on some of the great players and classic games of the modern era. Beautifully produced in traditional Chinese binding with 100 illustrations and photographs, Chess Illustrated will fascinate anyone interested in the material culture of one of the world's oldest and most widely played games.
Read Less
Add this copy of Chess Illustrated: The Game of Kings to cart. $40.48, new condition, Sold by GreatBookPrices rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Columbia, MD, UNITED STATES, published 2025 by Amber Books.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
New. Contains: Illustrations, color, Halftones, color. Chinese Bound Illustrated . 100 illustrations and photos. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
Add this copy of Chess Illustrated to cart. $40.76, new condition, Sold by Paperbackshop rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Bensenville, IL, UNITED STATES, published 2025 by Amber Books Ltd.
Add this copy of Chess Illustrated (Chinese Bound Illustrated) to cart. $44.26, new condition, Sold by Kennys.ie rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Galway, IRELAND, published 2025 by Amber Books.
Add this copy of Chess Illustrated: The Game of Kings to cart. $47.38, new condition, Sold by Booksplease rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Southport, MERSEYSIDE, UNITED KINGDOM, published 2025 by Amber Books.
Add this copy of Chess Illustrated (Chinese Bound Illustrated): the Game to cart. $80.25, new condition, Sold by BetterBookDeals rated 3.0 out of 5 stars, ships from NIAGARA FALLS, NY, UNITED STATES, published 2025 by Amber Books.
