How to play chess badly ‪?‬

This book is a little gem. It is a delightful collection of entertaining tidbits about chess and the world surrounding it, packed with observations and anecdotes about the game and its players. You don’t need to be an expert—or even know the rules—to enjoy it, though it will certainly delight both current and aspiring players. All of this is delivered with a lively, humorous touch.

111 pages, featuring a few illustrations and examples. A great find to discover for yourself or to share with others...

15 chapters, including:
1. Why this book?
2. Getting off to a good start
3. Hold it—watch out for that Bishop!

6. The right attitude
7. Let loose!
8. Don't let them grill you!
9. The fine line between a gift and a trap
10. The concept of the sacrifice
11. Pure class! etc., etc.


By picking up this book, you are all but guaranteed to read your first chess book from cover to cover—a rarity for works on the game! :) (Especially the serious ones...) The humorous text, finely crafted in the style of a one-man show, will whisk you away into the baffling yet fascinating world of the "noble game." If you were to read only one book this year, this could well be the one!
As one might wish before a match: good luck! ;)