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See moreLearn how to command a chess army in this friendly introduction, with entertaining illustrations on how the pieces move, and tons of tips on attacking, defending and winning. A perfect starting point for young children – and a handy refresher for parents and grandparents! With links to specially selected websites with puzzles and more information.
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Learn how to command a chess army in this friendly introduction, with entertaining illustrations on how the pieces move, and tons of tips on attacking, defending, and winning.
A perfect starting point for young children – and a handy refresher for parents and grandparents!
With links to specially selected websites with puzzles and more information.
Series: Usborne Chess Books
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ISBN: 9781474941082
Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd
Format: Spiral bound
Date Published: 05 April 2018
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Usborne Publishing Ltd
Contributors:
- Illustrated by The Boy Fitz Hammond
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 12.0mm
Width: 208.0mm
Height: 248.0mm
Weight: 410g
Pages: 40
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