The Blue Book of Chess is an instructional chess manual attributed to Howard Staunton, revised for learners. It teaches the rudiments of the game and analyzes the recognized openings, using games played by noted masters. It is useful for anyone who wants a clear, historical introduction to chess strategy and play.
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Opening of the book
THE BLUE BOOK OF CHESS TEACHING THE RUDIMENTS OF THE GAME, AND GIVING AN ANALYSIS OF ALL THE RECOGNIZED OPENINGS ——ILLUSTRATED BY—— APPROPRIATE GAMES ACTUALLY PLAYED BY MORPHY, HARRWITZ, ANDERSSEN, STAUNTON, EVANS, MONTGOMERY, MEEK AND OTHERS ——INCLUDING—— LASKER, STEINITZ, SCHLECHTER, PILLSBURY, AND OTHER RECENT PLAYERS
REVISED EDITION
Based on the work of Staunton and
Modern Authorities
THE JOHN C. WINSTON
COMPANY
PHILADELPHIA, U.S.A.
Copyright, 1910, by
THE JOHN C. WINSTON Co.
Copyright, 1870, by
PORTER & COATES
Chessboard
CHESS BOARD
Showing the men properly set up to commence play.
PREFACE TO NEW REVISED EDITION.
The following work is designed for those who are learning the noble game of Chess.
Many persons have been confused and discouraged at the very outset
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