The Modern Chess Instructor, Part 1 (1889)

By William Steinitz

Book Overview

The Modern Chess Instructor, Part 1 is a book written by William Steinitz and first published in 1889. It is a comprehensive guide to chess, covering the basics of the game as well as advanced strategies and techniques. The book is divided into four parts, with the first part focusing on the rules of chess and basic tactics. The second part covers openings, while the third part delves into the middle game and the fourth part covers endgames. Steinitz was a renowned chess player and is considered to be one of the greatest chess players of all time. He was the first official World Chess Champion and is credited with developing the modern style of chess play. In this book, he shares his knowledge and insights on the game, providing readers with a thorough understanding of chess strategy and tactics. The Modern Chess Instructor is a classic work on the game of chess and is still highly regarded today. It is a must-read for anyone interested in improving their chess skills or learning more about the history of the game. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both beginners and advanced players alike.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104315114
• ISBN13: 9781104315115
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 236 Pages
• Weight: 1.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 8.3" x 11.0"