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Chess Opening Names - Volume 1

by Nathan Rose ...

Narrated by Nathan Rose ...

Unabridged

4 hours 53 min

The people, places and stories behind the chess openings and their namesWhen we play chess, the first few moves define the game . You probably know the names already: the Sicilian Defense, the Ruy Lopez, the French Defense, the Caro-Kann, the Benoni, the London System, the Scandinavian Defense and so on.But most chess players don't know WHY the openings are called what they are. The tales are ... Read more

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The people, places and stories behind the chess openings and their namesWhen we play chess, the first few moves define the game . You probably know the names already: the Sicilian Defense, the Ruy Lopez, the French Defense, the Caro-Kann, the Benoni, the London System, the Scandinavian Defense and so on.But most chess players don't know WHY the openings are called what they are. The tales are
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Playing Chess With God

Finding Purpose, Power, and Presence One Move at a Time

by Carlos Meneses ...

Unabridged

1 hour 39 min

In this philosophical tome, chess is an allegory for life's labyrinth, where providence and free will entwine in an intricate dance. Each piece embodies virtues and lessons, guiding readers on a spiritual odyssey from self-discovery to enlightened leadership. This text delves into the symbiosis of destiny and choice, inviting contemplation and growth. It offers not a blueprint for victory but a ... Read more

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In this philosophical tome, chess is an allegory for life's labyrinth, where providence and free will entwine in an intricate dance. Each piece embodies virtues and lessons, guiding readers on a spiritual odyssey from self-discovery to enlightened leadership. This text delves into the symbiosis of destiny and choice, inviting contemplation and growth. It offers not a blueprint for victory but a
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How Life Imitates Chess

Making the Right Moves - From the Board to the Boardroom

by Garry Kasparov ...

Narrated by Adam Grupper ...

Unabridged

6 hours 41 min

One of the world's most highly regarded strategists uses his mastery of the world's most ancient and subtle game to show readers how chess's tools can make them more successful in business and in life.How Life Imitates Chess is a primer on how to think, make decisions, prepare strategies and anticipate the future. Kasparov has distilled the lessons he learned over a lifetime as a Chess grandmaster ... Read more

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One of the world's most highly regarded strategists uses his mastery of the world's most ancient and subtle game to show readers how chess's tools can make them more successful in business and in life.How Life Imitates Chess is a primer on how to think, make decisions, prepare strategies and anticipate the future. Kasparov has distilled the lessons he learned over a lifetime as a Chess grandmaster
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Skak

by Cecilie Bogh ...

Narrated by Thomas Jacob Clausen ...

Unabridged

7 min

Har du prøvet at spille skak?I denne bog kan du høre noget om skak.Og du kan lære at spille skak på flere måder.Kender du bondeskak? Eller måske skomageråbningen?Du kan også høre om nogle af de største skakspillere. Den danske forfatter Cecilie Bogh er oprindeligt uddannet lærer, men har efterfølgende taget en master i børnelitteratur og arbejdet som forlagsredaktør med særligt fokus på de yngste ... Read more

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Har du prøvet at spille skak?I denne bog kan du høre noget om skak.Og du kan lære at spille skak på flere måder.Kender du bondeskak? Eller måske skomageråbningen?Du kan også høre om nogle af de største skakspillere. Den danske forfatter Cecilie Bogh er oprindeligt uddannet lærer, men har efterfølgende taget en master i børnelitteratur og arbejdet som forlagsredaktør med særligt fokus på de yngste
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Chess: The 1,500-Year-Old Game of Kings, War, and Genius

by Victor Langley ...

Narrated by Victor Langley ...

Unabridged

1 hour 50 min

Explore the evolution of human conflict and intellectual strategy through history's ultimate board game of psychology. Perfect for an immersive commute or a quiet evening of deep focus, this dramatic narrative journeys from the ancient courts of India to modern digital arenas. It transforms sixty-four squares into a living, high-stakes theater of empire, technology, and imagination.Witness how ... Read more

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Explore the evolution of human conflict and intellectual strategy through history's ultimate board game of psychology. Perfect for an immersive commute or a quiet evening of deep focus, this dramatic narrative journeys from the ancient courts of India to modern digital arenas. It transforms sixty-four squares into a living, high-stakes theater of empire, technology, and imagination.Witness how
... Read more
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Chess: How To Win Every Single Time With Just These 10 Tips

by Trevor Clinger ...

Narrated by Rick Moore ...

Unabridged

18 min

Chess is more than just an advanced version of checkers; it's a game of skill and strategy, often considered both a professional game and a sport. The more you understand the intricacies of chess, the higher your chances of success. This book offers 10 essential tips that will significantly improve your win record. The author holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and an Associate's ... Read more

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Chess is more than just an advanced version of checkers; it's a game of skill and strategy, often considered both a professional game and a sport. The more you understand the intricacies of chess, the higher your chances of success. This book offers 10 essential tips that will significantly improve your win record. The author holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and an Associate's
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Les échecs : Un jeu vieux de 1 500 ans, entre rois, guerre et génie

by Alban Blondel ...

Narrated by Alban Blondel ...

Unabridged

2 hours 6 min

Revivez quinze siècles d'histoire et de stratégie militaire où soixante-quatre cases dictent le pouvoir des empires. Parfait pour enrichir vos trajets quotidiens, ce récit épique transforme un simple jeu en véritable laboratoire de pensée. Laissez-vous emporter par une atmosphère captivante qui décode les mystères des élites royales et des grands maîtres.Idéal pour une écoute concentrée ou un ... Read more

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Revivez quinze siècles d'histoire et de stratégie militaire où soixante-quatre cases dictent le pouvoir des empires. Parfait pour enrichir vos trajets quotidiens, ce récit épique transforme un simple jeu en véritable laboratoire de pensée. Laissez-vous emporter par une atmosphère captivante qui décode les mystères des élites royales et des grands maîtres.Idéal pour une écoute concentrée ou un
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A Knight Without a Castle

A Story of Resilience and Hope

by Robert Katende ...

Narrated by Albert Mensah ...

Unabridged

6 hours 40 min

Robert Katende, named an African Ambassador to the Obama Foundation and voted the most influential man in Uganda by New Hope Newspaper.Once too poor to afford the rat poison with which he planned to take his own life, Robert’s legacy tells an astonishing true story of resilience and hope. His work was made famous in the Disney movie Queen of Katwe, a biographical drama about a 13-year-old girl who ... Read more

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Robert Katende, named an African Ambassador to the Obama Foundation and voted the most influential man in Uganda by New Hope Newspaper.Once too poor to afford the rat poison with which he planned to take his own life, Robert’s legacy tells an astonishing true story of resilience and hope. His work was made famous in the Disney movie Queen of Katwe, a biographical drama about a 13-year-old girl who
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All the Wrong Moves

A Memoir About Chess, Love, and Ruining Everything

by Sasha Chapin ...

Narrated by Sasha Chapin ...

Unabridged

5 hours 27 min

An enthralling journey into the world of chess--a story of heartbreak, obsession, failure, and the hunger for greatnessSasha Chapin is a victim of chess. Like countless amateurs before him--Albert Einstein, Humphrey Bogart, Marcel Duchamp--the game has consumed his life and his mind. First captivated by it as a member of his high school chess club, his passion was rekindled during an accidental ... Read more

$15.00 USD

An enthralling journey into the world of chess--a story of heartbreak, obsession, failure, and the hunger for greatnessSasha Chapin is a victim of chess. Like countless amateurs before him--Albert Einstein, Humphrey Bogart, Marcel Duchamp--the game has consumed his life and his mind. First captivated by it as a member of his high school chess club, his passion was rekindled during an accidental
... Read more
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Endgame

Bobby Fischer’s Remarkable Rise and Fall—from America’s Brightest Prodigy to the Edge of Madness

by Frank Brady ...

Narrated by Ray Porter ...

Unabridged

13 hours 30 min

From Frank Brady, who wrote one of the bestselling books on Bobby Fischer of all time and who was himself a friend of Fischer’s, comes an impressively researched biography that for the first time completely captures the remarkable arc of Bobby Fischer’s life. When Bobby Fischer passed away in January 2008, he left behind a confounding legacy. Everyone knew the basics of his life—he began as a ... Read more

$22.95 USD

From Frank Brady, who wrote one of the bestselling books on Bobby Fischer of all time and who was himself a friend of Fischer’s, comes an impressively researched biography that for the first time completely captures the remarkable arc of Bobby Fischer’s life. When Bobby Fischer passed away in January 2008, he left behind a confounding legacy. Everyone knew the basics of his life—he began as a
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Thinking Sideways

How to Think Like a Chess Player and Win at Life

by Jennifer Shahade ...

Narrated by Jennifer Shahade ...

Unabridged

6 hours 50 min

Essential life lessons from the world of chess—from making smarter choices to building focus and confidence—from a former U.S. champion.Chess is the art of the possible—after all, there are more possible chess moves than atoms in the universe.Chess players are experts in considering their options, allowing them to seize an opportunity, idea, or move that no one else saw. Two-time U.S. chess ... Read more

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Essential life lessons from the world of chess—from making smarter choices to building focus and confidence—from a former U.S. champion.Chess is the art of the possible—after all, there are more possible chess moves than atoms in the universe.Chess players are experts in considering their options, allowing them to seize an opportunity, idea, or move that no one else saw. Two-time U.S. chess
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Checkmate

Genius, Lies, Ambition, and the Biggest Scandal in Chess

by Ben Mezrich ...

Narrated by Adam Verner ...

Unabridged

8 hours 22 min

**"The best black-and-white drama this side of Chess on Broadway." - Vanity FairFrom the bestselling author of The Accidental Billionaires and Bringing Down the House comes the cinematic true story about the biggest scandal in modern chess.**In September 2022, the unthinkable happened: nineteen-year-old American chess prodigy Hans Niemann defeated world champion Magnus Carlsen in a stunning face ... Read more

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**"The best black-and-white drama this side of Chess on Broadway." - Vanity FairFrom the bestselling author of The Accidental Billionaires and Bringing Down the House comes the cinematic true story about the biggest scandal in modern chess.**In September 2022, the unthinkable happened: nineteen-year-old American chess prodigy Hans Niemann defeated world champion Magnus Carlsen in a stunning face
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Dronning til h6 – Skakhistoriens dramaer fra krig til kunstig intelligens

by Morten Runge ...

Narrated by Morten Runge ...

Unabridged

4 hours 4 min

”Dronning til h6” handler om nogle af de mest medrivende skakpartier, der er blevet spillet gennem tiden. Historierne begynder med en spiller, et parti eller et træk, men ender med at handle om alt fra snyd, krig, køn og storpolitik til kunstig intelligens og revolutioner. Vi møder skakhistoriens hovedpersoner – bl.a. Garri Kasparov, Magnus Carlsen og Vera Menchik – når de bliver centrum for ... Read more

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”Dronning til h6” handler om nogle af de mest medrivende skakpartier, der er blevet spillet gennem tiden. Historierne begynder med en spiller, et parti eller et træk, men ender med at handle om alt fra snyd, krig, køn og storpolitik til kunstig intelligens og revolutioner. Vi møder skakhistoriens hovedpersoner – bl.a. Garri Kasparov, Magnus Carlsen og Vera Menchik – når de bliver centrum for
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Wer den vorletzten Fehler macht, gewinnt

Strategien für das Spiel des Lebens

by Elisabeth Pähtz ...

Narrated by Barbara Greshake ...

Unabridged

3 hours 25 min

Strategien für das Spiel des Lebens. Während der Pandemie hat das Schachspiel einen neuen Boom erlebt. Das freut auch Elisabeth Pähtz, Deutschlands beste Schachspielerin, die seit 17 Jahren unangefochten die deutsche Rangliste der Frauen anführt. Bereits im Alter von fünf Jahren saß sie das erste Mal am Brett und startete ihre einzigartige Schachkarriere, die sie aktuell auf Platz 13 der ... Read more

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Strategien für das Spiel des Lebens. Während der Pandemie hat das Schachspiel einen neuen Boom erlebt. Das freut auch Elisabeth Pähtz, Deutschlands beste Schachspielerin, die seit 17 Jahren unangefochten die deutsche Rangliste der Frauen anführt. Bereits im Alter von fünf Jahren saß sie das erste Mal am Brett und startete ihre einzigartige Schachkarriere, die sie aktuell auf Platz 13 der
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Schach: Das 1500 Jahre alte Spiel der Könige, des Krieges und der Genialität

by Otto Oppermann ...

Narrated by Otto Oppermann ...

Unabridged

2 hours 12 min

Diese Kulturgeschichte zeigt, wie ein antikes Kriegsspiel zur ultimativen Prüfung menschlicher Genialität heranreifte. Lass dich auf dem täglichen Pendelweg oder an ruhigen Abenden in eine Epoche entführen, in der Feldherren und Philosophen auf 64 Feldern um intellektuelle Vorherrschaft rangen. Eine atmosphärische und geistig anregende Reise durch die Jahrhunderte beginnt.Erlebe die spannende ... Read more

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Diese Kulturgeschichte zeigt, wie ein antikes Kriegsspiel zur ultimativen Prüfung menschlicher Genialität heranreifte. Lass dich auf dem täglichen Pendelweg oder an ruhigen Abenden in eine Epoche entführen, in der Feldherren und Philosophen auf 64 Feldern um intellektuelle Vorherrschaft rangen. Eine atmosphärische und geistig anregende Reise durch die Jahrhunderte beginnt.Erlebe die spannende
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One Move at a Time

How to Play and Win at Chess and Life

by Orrin C. Hudson, Made for Success ...

Narrated by Gary J. Chambers ...

Series series The Made for Success Series
Unabridged

3 hours 59 min

Learn to play chess the fun and easy way while you learn what it takes to be successful in life. One Move at a Time reveals twenty proven ways to succeed at the game of kings—or at anything else you desire. It uses kid- and teen-friendly language to teach you fun, simple ways to memorize how the game is set up and how the pieces move; the "smart start" that gains you a quick advantage from your ... Read more

$13.95 USD

Learn to play chess the fun and easy way while you learn what it takes to be successful in life. One Move at a Time reveals twenty proven ways to succeed at the game of kings—or at anything else you desire. It uses kid- and teen-friendly language to teach you fun, simple ways to memorize how the game is set up and how the pieces move; the "smart start" that gains you a quick advantage from your
... Read more
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Россия на 64 клетках. История великих шахматных чемпионов

by Илья Васильев, Айнулова Эльмира, Аркадий Фатеев, Владимир Линдер ...

Narrated by Александр Слуцкий ...

Series series Шахматный клуб
Unabridged

9 hours 27 min

Книга создана «по мотивам» популярного документального сериала «Россия на 64 клетках. История чемпионов». Среди ее героев — А. Алехин, М. Ботвинник, М. Таль, А. Карпов и другие знаменитые отечественные шахматисты. Эта аудиокнига – увлекательная история о выдающихся советских и российских шахматистах. Героями книги станут А. Алехин, М. Ботвинник, М. Таль, А. Карпов, Я. Непомнящий и другие. Каждая ... Read more

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Книга создана «по мотивам» популярного документального сериала «Россия на 64 клетках. История чемпионов». Среди ее героев — А. Алехин, М. Ботвинник, М. Таль, А. Карпов и другие знаменитые отечественные шахматисты. Эта аудиокнига – увлекательная история о выдающихся советских и российских шахматистах. Героями книги станут А. Алехин, М. Ботвинник, М. Таль, А. Карпов, Я. Непомнящий и другие. Каждая
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Queen's Move

A Memoir

by Judit Polgár ...

Unabridged

13 hours

The extraordinary, inspiring, and enthralling life story of the legendary grandmaster Judit Polgár, the greatest female chess player of all timeJudit Polgár was born in communist Hungary in 1976. Her family lived modestly, but her father, László, had unconventional, exceptional ideas about education. He believed genius could be cultivated in children. So in the face of enormous opposition, he and ... Read more

$26.00 USD

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The extraordinary, inspiring, and enthralling life story of the legendary grandmaster Judit Polgár, the greatest female chess player of all timeJudit Polgár was born in communist Hungary in 1976. Her family lived modestly, but her father, László, had unconventional, exceptional ideas about education. He believed genius could be cultivated in children. So in the face of enormous opposition, he and
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Chess Opening Names - Volume 2

by Nathan Rose ...

Narrated by Nathan Rose ...

Unabridged

5 hours 52 min

Even more of the people, places and stories behind the chess openings and their namesWhen we play chess, the first few moves define the game . You may know the names already: the Italian Game, the Cambridge Springs Defense, the Smith-Morra Gambit, the Max Lange Attack, the Colle System, the Blackmar-Diemer Gambit, the Paulsen Variation, the Damiano Defense, and so on.But most chess players don't ... Read more

$14.39 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Even more of the people, places and stories behind the chess openings and their namesWhen we play chess, the first few moves define the game . You may know the names already: the Italian Game, the Cambridge Springs Defense, the Smith-Morra Gambit, the Max Lange Attack, the Colle System, the Blackmar-Diemer Gambit, the Paulsen Variation, the Damiano Defense, and so on.But most chess players don't
... Read more
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Searching for Bobby Fischer

The Father of a Prodigy Observes the World of Chess

by Fred Waitzkin ...

Narrated by Lloyd James ...

Unabridged

8 hours 44 min

Fred Waitzkin became smitten with chess during the historic Fischer-Spassky championship in 1972. When Fischer disappeared from public view, Waitzkin’s interest waned—until his own son, Josh, emerged as a chess prodigy.Searching for Bobby Fischer is the story of Fred Waitzkin and his son, from the moment six-year-old Josh first sits down at a chessboard until he competes for the national ... Read more

$16.95 USD

Fred Waitzkin became smitten with chess during the historic Fischer-Spassky championship in 1972. When Fischer disappeared from public view, Waitzkin’s interest waned—until his own son, Josh, emerged as a chess prodigy.Searching for Bobby Fischer is the story of Fred Waitzkin and his son, from the moment six-year-old Josh first sits down at a chessboard until he competes for the national
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Chess Tactics & Move Prediction

Beginners Guide to Strategies and Basics Opening and Closing Tactics! Learn How to Visualize the Game and Predict Your Opponent’s Intentions!

by Magnus Fisher ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Mike G ...

Unabridged

1 hour 15 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Master Chess with "CHESS Tactics & Move Prediction"!♟️ New to chess and unsure how to use pawns, rooks, knights, and queens effectively? "CHESS Tactics & Move Prediction" is your ultimate beginner's guide to improving your skills and understanding the game. Learn the Basics and Beyond: Unravel the mysteries of chess pros and grandmasters. This guide ... Read more

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Master Chess with "CHESS Tactics & Move Prediction"!♟️ New to chess and unsure how to use pawns, rooks, knights, and queens effectively? "CHESS Tactics & Move Prediction" is your ultimate beginner's guide to improving your skills and understanding the game. Learn the Basics and Beyond: Unravel the mysteries of chess pros and grandmasters. This guide
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Online-Schach für Amateur- und Hobbyspieler

2. aktualisierte Auflage

by Stefan Breuer, Stefan Breuer ...

Narrated by Stefan Breuer ...

Unabridged

2 hours 28 min

Schach im Internet boomt! Millionen Amateur- und Hobbyspielern spielen Schach online rund um die Uhr, kämpfen in Turnieren um Sieg und Ranglistenpunkte. Auch Welt- und Großmeister nutzen immer mehr diese neue Form des Schachspielens. Stefan Breuer, selbst passionierter Amateurspieler und Arena Grandmaster (AGM), beleuchtet die verschiedenen Aspekte des Online-Schachs und spart auch Themen wie den ... Read more

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Schach im Internet boomt! Millionen Amateur- und Hobbyspielern spielen Schach online rund um die Uhr, kämpfen in Turnieren um Sieg und Ranglistenpunkte. Auch Welt- und Großmeister nutzen immer mehr diese neue Form des Schachspielens. Stefan Breuer, selbst passionierter Amateurspieler und Arena Grandmaster (AGM), beleuchtet die verschiedenen Aspekte des Online-Schachs und spart auch Themen wie den
... Read more
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The Moves that Matter

A Chess Grandmaster on the Game of Life

by Jonathan Rowson ...

Narrated by Jonathan Rowson ...

Unabridged

10 hours 20 min

Bloomsbury presents The Moves that Matter written and read by Jonathan Rowson.'A powerfully unconventional and mind-expanding book ... A generous, nuanced and witty meditation on confronting the challenges life throws at us all' Oliver Burkeman, author of The AntidoteRefined and perfected throughout human history, chess has long been a touchstone for shrewd tacticians and master strategists. But ... Read more

$21.00 USD

Bloomsbury presents The Moves that Matter written and read by Jonathan Rowson.'A powerfully unconventional and mind-expanding book ... A generous, nuanced and witty meditation on confronting the challenges life throws at us all' Oliver Burkeman, author of The AntidoteRefined and perfected throughout human history, chess has long been a touchstone for shrewd tacticians and master strategists. But
... Read more
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How a King Plays

64 Chess Tips from a Kid Champion

by Oliver Boydell ...

Narrated by Oliver Boydell ...

Unabridged

1 hour 32 min

For fans of The Queen's Gambit comes a brand-new book from 11-year-old chess champion Oliver Boydell. How a King Plays features 64 of Boydell's tips, strategies, and ideas to help chess enthusiasts of all ages sharpen their game skills.Whether you're new to chess or a Grandmaster, there's something for everyone in chess phenom Oliver Boydell's new book of 64 chess tips, How a King Plays.At only 11 ... Read more

$11.00 USD

For fans of The Queen's Gambit comes a brand-new book from 11-year-old chess champion Oliver Boydell. How a King Plays features 64 of Boydell's tips, strategies, and ideas to help chess enthusiasts of all ages sharpen their game skills.Whether you're new to chess or a Grandmaster, there's something for everyone in chess phenom Oliver Boydell's new book of 64 chess tips, How a King Plays.At only 11
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