Iwamoto, Kaoru
Go for Beginners
- ISBN 13:
- 9780394733319
- author:
- Iwamoto, Kaoru
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Random House USA Inc
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1991
- Pages:
- 160
- Dimensions:
- 13.21 x 1.02 x 20.32 centimetres
- Genre:
- Games / Gamebooks / Crosswords
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
Go for Beginners by Kaoru Iwamoto is an introduction to this ancient and subtle game of territory. With its nearly endless possibilities and challenges, Go offers a way of life for millions of players worldwide. This book provides a clear explanation of the rules, accompanied by illustrations of simple techniques and examples to help you get started. Go combines intuition, flexibility, and acute perception with analytical thinking, making it both an art and a science. The game is designed for coexistence, requiring each player to work together with their opponent for self-enlightenment and enjoyment. However, Go also involves strategic tactics similar to guerrilla warfare, making it adaptable to different players. This book includes an introduction, example games, clear explanations of the rules, and technical terms, as well as a list of international and American go organizations. It is widely regarded among go players as the best beginner's book available, providing a solid foundation for those new to the game.