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Activators Chess (Activators S.)

Activators Chess (Activators S.)

by Mike Basman (Author)

  • Used

    Illustrated 1999

    $3.24
Synopsis

International master Mike Basman shows that everyone can learn to play chess in this easy-to-follow beginner's guide. He introduces the chess pieces and the moves before passing on top tactics and expert tips, from castling and capturing to checkmates and endgames. The book is illustrated with chess diagrams and lively cartoons by Tim Benton. A reference section at the end provides useful addresses, booklists and websites, plus a glossary and index.

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More Information

Format: Illustrated
 Pages: 128
 Publisher: Hodder Children's Books
Published: 17 Jun 1999
ISBN 10: 0340736496
ISBN 13: 9780340736494

Media Reviews

ACCLAIM FOR ACTIVATORS
'The authors can write well, know their subject, and use language that will appeal to
a young audience... these are excellent books for young people with time (but not too much money) on their hands.'

* Times Educational Supplement *
I couldn't fault this series at all - they are brilliant... amazing value. * Open Book magazine *
Lots of encouraging data * Sunday Times. *
Well designed guides, fun and unpatronizing * TES. *
Author Bio
Mike Basman is an international chess master devoted to the cause of promoting junior chess. He runs UK Chess Challenge, a competition for children involving around 1000 schools, with high-profile finals held at the Royal Festival Hall. He has written a couple of adult chess books for Batsford, and also publishes and sells his own chess booklets.