Books CHESS FOR BEGINNERS: The Complete Fundamental Step-By-Step Winning Guide Book. Rules, Strategies, Openings, Tactics, Checkmates  by George L. Collins + CHESS BOARD

Contents and Approach:

Covers the history of chess, its enduring popularity, and how to set up the board and pieces.

Explains all the rules, including basic and special rules (such as castling and pawn promotion).

Presents fundamental opening strategies, emphasizing control of the center, piece development, king safety, and avoiding common tactical errors.

Recommends openings that are easy to learn and favor simple, practical play for beginners rather than memorization.

Offers clear guidance on tactics (like forks, pins, skewers) and step-by-step checkmating patterns suitable for new players.

Includes practical advice on minimizing mistakes and maximizing performance against all levels of opposition.

Target Audience and Utility:

Suitable for beginners of all ages; designed for independent study or aided learning.

The book's structure makes it easy for those without any chess experience to quickly gain confidence and competence.