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Master the game of Go with this expert guide, which delves into the rich strategy and philosophy of this ancient two-player board game. Originating in China and popular in Japan and Korea, Go offers a complexity that surpasses even chess. This comprehensive strategy guidebook is the first of its kind in English, illustrating the nuances of Go strategy through 203 problems and their commented solutions. Players of all skill levels will learn about successful moves as well as common mistakes, helping them identify strengths and weaknesses in their gameplay. Covering all aspects from opening play to endgame, this guide is essential for serious players aiming to master advanced Go techniques. Key strategies include the opening (fuseki), the middle game (chuban), the endgame (yose), clever moves (tesuji), life and death (shikatsu), and winning corner skirmishes (joseki). The book emphasizes creating good shapes while avoiding or exploiting bad ones, and it clarifies the correct order of moves. This makes it an ideal resource for both players and teachers looking to enhance their Go skills.
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Winning Go, Richard Bozulich, Peter Shotwell
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- Released
- 2010
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- Title
- Winning Go
- Subtitle
- Successful Moves from the Opening to the Endgame
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Richard Bozulich, Peter Shotwell
- Publisher
- Tuttle Publishing
- Released
- 2010
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 256
- ISBN10
- 4805310723
- ISBN13
- 9784805310724
- Series
- Rating
- 4.15 out of 5
- Description
- Master the game of Go with this expert guide, which delves into the rich strategy and philosophy of this ancient two-player board game. Originating in China and popular in Japan and Korea, Go offers a complexity that surpasses even chess. This comprehensive strategy guidebook is the first of its kind in English, illustrating the nuances of Go strategy through 203 problems and their commented solutions. Players of all skill levels will learn about successful moves as well as common mistakes, helping them identify strengths and weaknesses in their gameplay. Covering all aspects from opening play to endgame, this guide is essential for serious players aiming to master advanced Go techniques. Key strategies include the opening (fuseki), the middle game (chuban), the endgame (yose), clever moves (tesuji), life and death (shikatsu), and winning corner skirmishes (joseki). The book emphasizes creating good shapes while avoiding or exploiting bad ones, and it clarifies the correct order of moves. This makes it an ideal resource for both players and teachers looking to enhance their Go skills.