Nine information-packed chapters and 22 diagrams show beginning players how to play and win at chess in one quick and easy reading. Players learn everything here: the moves of the pieces, the rules and principles of play, the standard openings important for starting out, as well as chess notation so that novices can read and record games. Cantrell also introduces the basic concepts and strategies of middle and end game play. Victor Boriskoff says, "For a beginner, this is the best chess book on the market! Recommended!! " All it takes is a chess set and one easy reading and beginners are ready to play this great game!