One of the great chess masters of all time provides a systematic guide that tells the beginner how to become an accomplished chess player. While many books on chess are either for the novice or for the advanced student, A Primet of Chess is invaluable for its clear instruction at various levels of the game. The book is divided into three sections. Part I discusses the object of the game, the men and their moves, elementary openings, and rules and ethics. Part II considers endings, the middle game, and openings? By the time the reader has reached Part III he should find himself an adept player.

A brillantly clear introduction to the game and its basic principles by a supreme champion. Within the covers of a single volume Capablance has expounded simply, clearly, and concisely all the essentials of successful chess. The illustratrive games in Part II have been specially chosen to demonstrate the finer points of strategy and tactics employed in master play.

The seminal work of the Cuban genius who repeated the exploits of Morphy, suddenly bursting onto the European scene and annihilating the great masters who had hitherto dominated the international arena. This book captures the magic of Capablanca's early victory at San Sebastian 1911 and his second place - bowing only to Lasker - at St Petersburg 1914. All in all, 35 games are annotated by Capablanca in person with remarkable objectivity - bestowing praise and hurling criticism as and when required.

Un ouvrage d'initiation par le célèbre maître international. ©Electre 2016