--- product_id: 613764157 title: "How to Play Chess for Beginners: My First Chess Book: Rules, Strategies & Openings" price: "€ 25.96" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/613764157-how-to-play-chess-for-beginners-my-first-chess-book store_origin: PT region: Portugal --- # How to Play Chess for Beginners: My First Chess Book: Rules, Strategies & Openings **Price:** € 25.96 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** How to Play Chess for Beginners: My First Chess Book: Rules, Strategies & Openings - **How much does it cost?** € 25.96 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/613764157-how-to-play-chess-for-beginners-my-first-chess-book) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description * * * Includes a Printed Chess Board & Cut-Out Pieces – Start Playing Instantly! * * * Learn Chess Fast – Even If You’ve Never Played Before New & Updated 2026 Edition – Fully Revised & Expanded What You’ll Learn Set up the board and move every piece correctly Core tactics: forks, pins, skewers, and simple winning patterns Opening principles to avoid early mistakes and start strong Middlegame strategy: how to plan, attack, and defend Endgame basics to confidently finish games Clear, illustrated examples that make concepts easy to follow Start Playing Immediately No chess set needed. Use the included board and cut-out pieces to practice as you learn. Every chapter has been rewritten based on real reader feedback to make chess simpler, clearer, and faster to understand. You won’t just memorize moves, you’ll learn how to think. Perfect for beginners, kids (6+), and adults who want a practical, no-fluff introduction to chess. Why Learn Chess? Improve focus and patience Strengthen problem-solving and decision-making Build strategic thinking skills Bonus Content Recommended tools and resources to keep improving Simple next steps to continue your progress A Practical Gift for Beginners Ideal for anyone curious about chess, no prior experience required. Start playing and improving from day one. Review: Great for Beginners - Well written, easy language to follow. Lots of great tips and strategy building skills discussed. Review: From Confused to Confident on the Board - I always wanted to learn chess, but the rules felt like a different language until I found this book. What I loved most was how it didn't just tell me how the pieces move, but it actually taught me how to think ahead like a real player. The most helpful part for me was the section on "forks" and "pins", simple tactics that helped me stop losing my Queen so easily! The pictures and diagrams made it so easy to follow along without getting frustrated. I feel much more patient and focused when I play now, and I even started using the free online course that comes with the book. If you want to start playing chess without feeling overwhelmed, this guide is the perfect partner for your first move! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #24,209 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #15 in Chess (Books) #20 in Board Games (Books) #28 in Puzzle & Game Reference (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 237 Reviews | ## Images ![How to Play Chess for Beginners: My First Chess Book: Rules, Strategies & Openings - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61BYq4GvLrL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for Beginners *by K***A on June 25, 2025* Well written, easy language to follow. Lots of great tips and strategy building skills discussed. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ From Confused to Confident on the Board *by M***S on March 26, 2026* I always wanted to learn chess, but the rules felt like a different language until I found this book. What I loved most was how it didn't just tell me how the pieces move, but it actually taught me how to think ahead like a real player. The most helpful part for me was the section on "forks" and "pins", simple tactics that helped me stop losing my Queen so easily! The pictures and diagrams made it so easy to follow along without getting frustrated. I feel much more patient and focused when I play now, and I even started using the free online course that comes with the book. If you want to start playing chess without feeling overwhelmed, this guide is the perfect partner for your first move! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent book *by E***R on December 5, 2025* The book is excellent for beginners --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pt/products/613764157-how-to-play-chess-for-beginners-my-first-chess-book](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/613764157-how-to-play-chess-for-beginners-my-first-chess-book) --- *Product available on Desertcart Portugal* *Store origin: PT* *Last updated: 2026-06-06*