Description
A beginner's guide to chess, with secrets from Grandmaster Maurice Ashley
Discover why the world's first Black Grandmaster Maurice Ashley thinks that chess is one of the best skills in life. Follow him on a journey from Jamaica to New York to the world stage where he has taught thousands of young people the life philosophies of the game.Part biography, part skills and fully oozing with passion, this book offers:
- A child-friendly, joy-filled introduction to the game of chess
- Step-by-step illustrations of basic and advanced chess skills.
- Tips and motivation from the first Black Grandmaster, Maurice Ashley
More in the Series
The Life-Changing Magic of Skateboarding is part of the Life-changing Magic series, beginner's guides to skills that bring joy, written by real-life heroes who made them their passion. Complete the series with Grandmaster Maurice Ashley in The Life-Changing Magic of Chess, world famous musician Nandi Bushell in The Life-Changing Magic of Baking, and social media sensation baker Joy Wilson in The Life-Changing Magic of Baking.
Details
Author: |
Maurice Ashley |
Illustrator: |
Denis Angelov |
ISBN 10: |
1419773399 |
Pages: |
40 |
Publisher: |
Magic Cat |
Publication Date: |
April 2, 2024 |
Binding: |
Hardcover |
Age Group: |
Young Readers (9 - 13) |
Grade Range: |
1-5 |
