Chess in 40 hours

With a total print run of 180,000 copies: One of the most popular chess books for beginners and advancing players.

This chess textbook is excellent for self-study. Several generations have learned the game of chess with this classic and expanded their knowledge. Teschner guides learners step by step, logically structured, through 40 lessons into the fascinating world of chess.

This textbook impressively manages to present the complex subject matter in a way that is focused on the essentials and clearly understandable:
• All important fundamentals are explained without overwhelming the reader.
• Openings, endgames, checkmating patterns, combinations, and strategic planning are precisely explained and illustrated with practical examples.
• Chess is a game, science, art, and sport, and according to Goethe, a "touchstone of the brain." Those who want to succeed need, in addition to talent, a thorough introduction that illuminates all facets of the royal game.
• This excellent chess compendium has proven itself well for both self-study and in numerous adult education courses, and with 170,000 copies sold since the 1950s, it remains one of the most popular chess books for beginners and advancing players.