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The Life-Changing Magic of Chess - by  Maurice Ashley (Hardcover) - 1 of 1

The Life-Changing Magic of Chess - by Maurice Ashley (Hardcover)

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  • Experience The Life-Changing Magic of Chess, a beginner's guide with secrets from Grandmaster Maurice Ashley!
  • 6-10 Years
  • 9.4" x 7.5" Hardcover
  • 40 Pages
  • Juvenile Nonfiction, Biography & Autobiography
  • Series Name: Life-Changing Magic

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About the Book



"The Life-Changing Magic of Chess is a beginner's guide to the strategy game for children, with secrets from Grandmaster Maurice Ashley"--



Book Synopsis



Experience The Life-Changing Magic of Chess, a beginner's guide with secrets from Grandmaster Maurice Ashley!


After making history as the chess world's first Black Grandmaster, Maurice Ashley went on to become a three-time national championship coach and commentator. Now he's sharing his passion for chess with YOU!

Discover more about Maurice's story as he recounts his journey from Jamaica to New York to the world stage where he has ranked among the best in the game. Then find your own chess magic as he shows you basic skills like how each piece moves and how to make a start.

When you're ready, follow along with Maurice's step-by-step instructions for

  • Capturing
  • Checkmates
  • Castling
  • Sacrificing
  • ...and more!


Fun-filled, graphic-novel inspired illustrations from Denis Angelov bring Maurice's tips to life. It's the perfect beginner's guide to chess for kids.


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Review Quotes




***STARRED REVIEW***
"[T]his book is a superb introduction to chess. Abstract and challenging concepts are rendered with clarity... A great resource for students, parents, teachers, and anyone who needs a friendly, understandable introduction to the game of chess."-- "The School Library Journal"



About the Author



Maurice Ashley lives his passion. Through his love for chess, he not only made history as the first Black Grandmaster in the annals of the game but he has managed to translate his love to others as a three-time national championship coach, author, ESPN commentator and motivational speaker. The Life-Changing Magic of Chess is his first book for children. Denis Angelov is a children's book illustrator who lives in Sofia, Bulgaria. He loves mixing all sorts of media in his work, including gouache, oil pastels, colored pencils, watercolors, and more. If it's within arm's reach while he's drawing, it will most likely end up in the final illustration in some way! Denis also works with lots of wonky shapes and skewed perspectives to add charm and character.

Dimensions (Overall): 9.4 Inches (H) x 7.5 Inches (W) x .4 Inches (D)
Weight: .65 Pounds
Suggested Age: 6-10 Years
Number of Pages: 40
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
Sub-Genre: Biography & Autobiography
Series Title: Life-Changing Magic
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
Theme: Sports & Recreation
Format: Hardcover
Author: Maurice Ashley
Language: English
Street Date: April 2, 2024
TCIN: 90032371
UPC: 9781419773396
Item Number (DPCI): 247-13-3084
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.4 inches length x 7.5 inches width x 9.4 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.65 pounds
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