Master the language of checkers with a trusted reference This dictionary collects words, terms, and phrases used in the game of checkers, drawing on hundreds of sources from the 18th to the early 20th century. It’s an essential guide for players who want to understand openings, notation, problems, and historical terms behind the game.
The book explains how terms are used in play, problem solving, and in the study of strategy. It covers common openings, variations, and naming conventions, offering context for how terms have been used by players and authors over time. Whether you’re learning the game or brushing up on its terminology, this edition provides clear definitions and examples drawn from a long tradition of checkers literature.
Ideal for readers who want a solid reference on checkers vocabulary, from beginners to serious students of the game.
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Excerpt from Vocabulary of Checkers: A Dictionary of Words, Terms and Phrases Used in the Game Called Checkers, or English Draughts
The words, terms, and phrases explained in these pages were obtained chiefly from the 227 separate works on the game of checkers that have been printed in English in the period of a little more than a century and a half, extending from 1756 to the present time. Each magazine, regardless of the number of volumes issued, is here counted as one work. The sources of information are thus more extensive than the mere mention of 227 works would indicate.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book covers the rich history of checkers, tracing its roots back to the 16th century. The author provides an in-depth analysis of the game's strategies and tactics, examining openings, variations, and endgames. Additionally, the book delves into the psychological and competitive aspects of checkers, exploring the skills and mindset required to excel at the game. Through a comprehensive examination of checker lore, the author uncovers the game's enduring appeal and significance as a pastime that fosters strategic thinking and camaraderie among players. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781330017531_0
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