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title: "Checkmate!: My First Chess Book (Everyman Chess)"
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# Checkmate!: My First Chess Book (Everyman Chess)

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## Description

Buy Checkmate!: My First Chess Book (Everyman Chess) Illustrated by Garry Kasparov (ISBN: 9781857443585) from desertcart's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

Review: Concise, colourful & clear - Looked at a few introductory books but this is the pick of the bunch if you are looking for a concise beginners guide. It takes you through each chapter by offering a concise introduction, then clearly demonstrates the principles by taking takes you through the moves and ends by clarifying the key points. Not a hint of snobbery or expectation. Well structured and great use of colour to bring the book alive.
Review: great buy - A really useful book for complete novices and those looking to improve their game. I have young children learning from ages 6 - 10 we all agree that its a great guide and reference. The illustrations are also very useful for the younger readers. Easily understood and by no means just a childrens book. I would recommend to anyone young or old. Plan to give as gift to 8yr old nephew with chess set as gift. But know his dad will get just as much benefit as the nephew!

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Customer reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (291) |
| Dimensions  | 20.32 x 1.27 x 20.32 cm |
| Edition  | Illustrated |
| ISBN-10  | 1857443586 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-1857443585 |
| Item weight  | 1.05 kg |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 96 pages |
| Publication date  | 23 April 2004 |
| Publisher  | Everyman Chess |
| Reading age  | 4 - 8 years |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Concise, colourful & clear
*by M***G on 19 January 2026*

Looked at a few introductory books but this is the pick of the bunch if you are looking for a concise beginners guide. It takes you through each chapter by offering a concise introduction, then clearly demonstrates the principles by taking takes you through the moves and ends by clarifying the key points. Not a hint of snobbery or expectation. Well structured and great use of colour to bring the book alive.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ great buy
*by A***R on 30 March 2014*

A really useful book for complete novices and those looking to improve their game. I have young children learning from ages 6 - 10 we all agree that its a great guide and reference. The illustrations are also very useful for the younger readers. Easily understood and by no means just a childrens book. I would recommend to anyone young or old. Plan to give as gift to 8yr old nephew with chess set as gift. But know his dad will get just as much benefit as the nephew!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ GREAT for beginners or revision
*by F***K on 18 February 2022*

I was a school chess champion aged 10, I'm now 68, and wanted to renew my interest. I'd forgotten what a joy chess can be and it was very exciting working through this book. Every page was great. Have begun playing again. Suitable for all ages!

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*Last updated: 2026-02-26*