Chess primer and encyclopedia
Rules and first steps, tactics and openings, puzzles you can solve right on the board, chess history and the great players — explained in plain words
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Lessons at Check & Mate
For children from 5 years old and adults: playful lessons for the youngest, groups by level, private lessons and tournament preparation.