Review of Chess! A Beautiful Game for People of All Ages
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Review of Chess! A Beautiful Game for People of All Ages
Chess!! A Beautiful Game for People of All Ages begins by demystifying the belief that chess is a game for only the elite. It reminds readers that, like any other sport, it requires discipline and commitment to be a great player. A comparison of two children was provided. One was an exceptional chess player who didn't necessarily have to train a lot but lacked discipline, while the other wasn't too adept in the sport yet desired to comprehend it to become a better version of himself. You can guess who left an indelible mark behind.
Sinclair L. Wilkinson provided the background of each piece in chess and the sport in totality. For instance, he dispensed an elaborate history of pawns and an analogy of learning from them. Despite having the least points, a pawn can be developed to be the most potent piece in the game.
While I have played chess for a couple of years, I came across new terminologies like en passant. Readers learn that lots of practice must be accorded to the game to excel. Those who think critically and evaluate situations can emerge victorious. Also, a proper chess opening doesn't guarantee a perfect ending; consistency is key.
I relished every exercise integrated into this book. It allows readers to practice what they have learned before confirming the answers. The absence of jargon means that beginners can grab this book and, without any guidance, begin practicing to become professional gamers. It doesn't, in any way, disparage coaching because most successful athletes have benefited immensely from being tutored and coached.
Unfortunately, I came across multiple grammatical errors. However, they didn't impair my reading experience. Again, I felt that some of the author's assertions lack underpinning evidence, such as claiming chess to be the most popular and oldest sport.
Based on the comments above, I rate this book 3 out of 5 stars, as it is a remarkable arsenal for anyone interested in chess. The flaws, however, held me back from awarding it a higher rating. I would gladly recommend this book to those desiring to nudge their chess skills or learn the sport.
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Overall, "Chess!! A Beautiful Game for People of All Ages" appears to promote the idea that anyone, regardless of their background or skill level, can enjoy and benefit from playing chess.
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