Beginning Go
Making the Winning Move
Published on 4. September 2012
160 pages
978-1-4629-0756-4 (ISBN)
Description
The must-have resource guidebook for those looking to learn the ancient Asian game of Go
Beginning Go is a clear, concise and thorough introduction to the intricacies of Go that is perfect for first time players. The straightforward, easy-to-follow instructions and detailed examples make it simple to understand how to play. Players will learn the rules, how to keep score, as well as effective winning strategies and tactics to make the game more competitive and fun.
By the time players finish the instructional sections, they'll have all the confidence, skill and techniques they'll need to enjoy playing this fascinating game. What's more, Go's unique handicapping system, which the book explains, allows even absolute beginners to play competitive games with experienced players.
Beginning Go is a clear, concise and thorough introduction to the intricacies of Go that is perfect for first time players. The straightforward, easy-to-follow instructions and detailed examples make it simple to understand how to play. Players will learn the rules, how to keep score, as well as effective winning strategies and tactics to make the game more competitive and fun.
By the time players finish the instructional sections, they'll have all the confidence, skill and techniques they'll need to enjoy playing this fascinating game. What's more, Go's unique handicapping system, which the book explains, allows even absolute beginners to play competitive games with experienced players.
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Content
- Intro
- [ Table of Contents ]
- Acknowledgments
- Introduction
- What is Go?
- About Beginning Go
- CHAPTER ONE: The Art of Capturing
- CHAPTER TWO: The Art of Living
- CHAPTER THREE: Who Has Played the Most Living Stones?
- CHAPTER FOUR: A "Simple" Game
- CHAPTER FIVE: Some Mysteries of Go: Seki, Ko, and the Second Rule of Go
- CHAPTER SIX: Handicaps, Ranks, and Styles of Play
- CHAPTER SEVEN: Counting with Sente and Gate
- CHAPTER EIGHT: An Even Game
- CHAPTER NINE: A Big Ko
- CHAPTER TEN: Elementary Handicap and Even Play on Large Boards
- CHAPTER ELEVEN: Strategies on Bigger Boards
- CHAPTER TWELVE: Where to Go for More Go
- Glossary
- Three Boards To Play On
- About the Authors
