Includes index.

"First published in Great Britain in 2005 by Hamlyn, a division of Octopus Publishing Group Ltd."--Colophon

Includes glossary and index (page 191).

Before you start -- Chess tactics -- Openings -- The middle game -- Endgames -- Test your chess IQ -- The way forward.

"Learn how easy it can be to play the world's most popular game with this straightforward, jargon-free guide. Expert advice, clear instructions, specimen games and over 200 illustrations ensure that novice players can be more than a match for any opponent. From simple moves to the defence strategies of grand masters, this is a complete course for the novice player."--Page 4 of cover