Nigel Short's Chess Skills: A Step By Step Guide To Winning offers clear, progressive instruction for players looking to improve their game, blending practical tactics with strategic insight from the celebrated Grandmaster. The paperback, published in 1989, is aimed at both young adults and adults interested in chess as a hobby or competitive sport.
The guide covers fundamental openings, middle‑game planning, and end‑game techniques, making it a useful reference for anyone seeking to sharpen their skills on the board. Its straightforward style fits well within the sports and personal development sections of any collection.
The book arrives in acceptable condition, with light thumbing and minor marks on a few pages, and a single full‑page discoloration that does not affect readability. It is free of writing, dog‑ears, and comes from a smoke‑free home with a tight binding.