The Chess-Players Handbook

The Chess-Players Handbook: A Popular And Scientific Introduction To The Game Of Chess (1872) is a comprehensive guide to the game of chess written by Howard Staunton. The book is designed to be accessible to both beginners and advanced players, and provides a thorough introduction to the rules and strategies of chess. Staunton, a renowned chess player and writer, covers all aspects of the game, including the opening, middlegame, and endgame. He also provides detailed explanations of various tactics and strategies, and offers advice on how to analyze and improve one's play. The book includes numerous diagrams and illustrations to help readers visualize the various positions and moves discussed. Additionally, Staunton provides a history of the game of chess, including notable players and famous games throughout history. Overall, The Chess-Players Handbook is a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their understanding and skill in the game of chess.Exemplified In Games Actually Played By The Greatest Masters.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.