How to Win at Chess: The Ultimate Guide for Beginners and Beyond

Name: How to Win at Chess: The Ultimate Guide for Beginners and Beyond
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Rating: 4.8 (3380 reviews)
Author: Levy Rozman

by Levy Rozman

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4.8 (3,380)

4.8 stars from 3,380 reviews. Top 66% of Nonfiction books we track.

272 pages~4.5 hr readPublished by Ten Speed PressPublished 2023-01-01

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Perfect for you if...

You've watched GothamChess on YouTube and want a structured book that captures his teaching style without the algorithm.
You're stuck at beginner level and need clear frameworks for openings, endgames, and tactics instead of scattered advice.
You want to play confidently in your local chess club or online without memorising endless theory.

Maybe not for you if...

You're already above 1300 Elo and need advanced preparation for competitive tournaments.
You prefer deep, theoretical chess analysis over practical tips and visual diagrams.
You learn exclusively through playing and have no patience for instructional books.

About this book

Learn chess from International Master Levy Rozman (GothamChess) in this guide for beginner and intermediate players. The book teaches fundamental concepts including openings, endings, tactics, and strategy, along with practical tips for improving your game. The first half introduces rising players (0-800 Elo rating) to four key areas of chess play. The second half builds on these core skills for more experienced players (800-1300 Elo rating). The book includes over 500 instructional gameplay illustrations to help visualize the board, and chapter-specific QR codes linking to exclusive bonus content on Chessly, Rozman's teaching platform. Whether you aim to play recreationally or train competitively, this guide offers an interactive introduction to chess fundamentals and strategy.

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