Chess For Dummies is here to help beginners wrap their minds around the rules of the game, make sense of those puzzling pieces, and sharpen their chess strategy. You’ll learn the laws of chess, its lingo, and engage in the art of the attack with the easy-to-follow, step-by-step explanations.

Laying the groundwork for champion chess -- Gaining chess know-how -- Game time: putting your chess foot forward -- Getting into advanced action -- The part of tens.