Chess and Checkers: The Way to Mastership

Complete instructions for the beginner [and]
valuable suggestions for the advanced player.

by

Edward Lasker





TABLE OF CONTENTS


INTRODUCTION

THE HISTORY OF CHESS
THE HISTORY OF CHECKERS

PART I: THE GAME OF CHESS

I. THE RULES OF THE GAME

Board and men
The moves of the men
Special terms
Symbols for moves
Chess laws