A reduced edition of this essential guide to playing chess, which provides a complete companion to the game. Whatever your level, you're sure to become an expert player or even a Grand Master with this book. Illustrated with step-by-step diagrams, photographs and illustrations, every aspect of chess is clearly explained from the basics to more advanced endgame strategies. Also included are over 80 chess puzzles to test your new-found skills. It is written in collaboration with the chess Grand Master, Jonathan Rowson. It includes Internet links, which can be accessed through the Usborne Quicklinks website, and take you to approved websites that provide tips, tactics and further chess puzzles. It also contains a history of the game and a comprehensive glossary.