Popular Chess Variants

Popular Chess Variants

Author: David B. Pritchard

Publisher:

Published: 2020-08-25

Total Pages: 148

ISBN-13: 9784871870634

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I was able to play So I was contacted by the author David B. Pritchard who asked me to write a chapter about Makrook Thai. I declined because was not certain about one rule, which was the draw rule, so I asked Mr. Pritchard to contact Prajob Nimitiyongshul about that rule.


BChess: Introducing a new variant of Chess

BChess: Introducing a new variant of Chess

Author: Bishnu Goswami

Publisher: Bishnu Goswami

Published: 2018-09-25

Total Pages: 88

ISBN-13:

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BChess is a new variant of chess invented by the author and introduced for the first time in this book. Chess as a game is very popular throughout the world, that too for a very long time. Requiring both tactical skills and long term strategical thinking, playing at the top levels of chess is synonymous as indicators of genius. While a correspondence between true high intelligence and indicators of genius is debated, it is widely believed that visio-spatial intelligence skills can develop while playing chess. This new variant hopes to add on the strategy and increase the thrill of this brainy board game. This variant is planned to be implemented in a software based platform so that people can play this game throughout the world in real time. In the near future, the book is also planned to be released free of cost, in the electronic version.


Bchess: Introducing a New Variant of Chess

Bchess: Introducing a New Variant of Chess

Author: Bishnu Goswami

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2018-09-26

Total Pages: 90

ISBN-13: 9781724048899

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BChess is a new variant of chess invented by the author and introduced for the first time in this book. Chess as a game is very popular throughout the world, that too for a very long time. Requiring both tactical skills and long term strategical thinking, playing at the top levels of chess is synonymous as indicators of genius. While a correspondence between true high intelligence and indicators of genius are debated, it is widely believed that visio-spatial intelligence skills can develop while playing chess. This new variant hopes to add on the strategy and increase the thrill of this brainy board game. This variant is planned to be implemented in a software based platform so that people can play this game throughout the world in real time. In the near future, the book is also planned to be released free of cost, in the electronic version. A small donation from your side can accelerate the process so that a software port of this game can be made. Developers who have built variants of chess and can contribute to a free online version can also contact the author.


A World of Chess

A World of Chess

Author: Jean-Louis Cazaux

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2017-10-17

Total Pages: 407

ISBN-13: 0786494271

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With more than 400 illustrations, and detailed maps, this immense and deeply researched account of the history of chess covers not only the modern international game, derived from Persian and Arab roots, but a broad spectrum of variants going back 1500 years, some of which are still played in various parts of the world. The evolution of strategic board games, especially in India, China and Japan, is discussed in detail. Many more recent chess variants (board sizes, new pieces, 3-D, etc.) are fully covered. Instructions for play are provided, with historical context, for every game presented.


The Game of Chess

The Game of Chess

Author: Siegbert Tarrasch

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2012-04-26

Total Pages: 450

ISBN-13: 0486144550

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Classic introduction offers superb coverage of all aspects, especially Middle Game, combination play. Hundreds of games analyzed. Over 340 diagrams.


Revolutionize Your Chess

Revolutionize Your Chess

Author: Viktor Moskalenko

Publisher: New In Chess,Csi

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9789056912956

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Former Ukrainian Champion Moskalenko, who coached Vasily Ivanchuk to stardom, presents a fundamentally new approach of getting better at chess. Covering all aspects of the game, Moskalenko develops new and easy-to-apply rules-of-thumb for amateur players who want to improve. With many examples, tests and exercises, this is the ultimate modern chess skills improvement manual. Easy to read and understand; even weaker players will benefit from Moskalenko's breakdown of the material, wrote Carsten Hansen at ChessCafe about Moskalenko's previous book 'The Flexible French'.


Chess Variants and Games

Chess Variants and Games

Author: Alavoor Venkatavaradhan Murali

Publisher: One Point Six Technology Pvt Ltd

Published: 2011-01-01

Total Pages: 251

ISBN-13: 9381115745

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Chess is a game of wits that calls for strategy, tactics and intuition. The game has a long history spanning several centuries and has been played the world over for it develops strategic thinking and tactical planning skills. Chess is intellectually stimulating and challenging - and offers limitless possibilities at every stage of play. The very nature of the game makes it amenable to systematic study and mastery over time. There are several variants of Chess which offer a level-playing field for amateurs who can think logically. This book is the outcome of the author's curiosity about new Chess variants which can be played on boards with different geometries, different sets of rules with different objectives. This entirely new look at Chess offers: Chess inspired games that reflect situations and events from daily life. Games inspired by popular sports such as squash, volleyball and cricket. Chess games as a motivational tool in education to help students develop interest and liking for their subjects and achieve better academic performance. Chess inspired puzzles. Chess as an outdoor sport and indoor team-game. A. V. Murali's engrossing book highlights the different perspectives of Chess - showcasing its broader applicability, not just for amusement, but for physical and intellectual development as well.


The Complete Manual of Positional Chess

The Complete Manual of Positional Chess

Author: Konstantin Sakaev

Publisher: New In Chess,Csi

Published: 2017-03-07

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9789056916824

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Russia boasts a long and rich tradition in chess education and Russian chess teachers and trainers are simply the best in the world. The Complete Manual of Positional Chess is the latest and most comprehensive product of this Russia striving for perfection. This handbook, probably the most thorough grounding in the history of teaching chess, was recently created for chess teachers at the DYSS, the special sports school for young talents in Russia. Konstantin Sakaev and Konstantin Landa present a complete set of instructions and tips for trainers and self-improvers. It teaches you not only how to enhance your fundamental knowledge and technical skills, but also how to work on your physical and psychological conditioning. If you complete this course you will be able to assess virtually any position you are confronted with. With its all-encompassing approach this ground-breaking book allows everyone to reap the fruits of the long tradition of instructive excellence in Russia.