As you would see if you were to read my profile, this book was my first
introduction to the chess world beyond my dad telling me not to move the
pieces in front of my king and queen (he thought it formed a defensive row) and
learning basic piece movement. The book is interesting in its format in that it is
highly interactive, made to be written in and (obviously) very smart about
chess. On the negative side, perhaps, almost the whole book is about end game
and mating. Not that this makes it less of a book, I just always wondered why it
didn't include more on openings and middle game. Looking back on it now, I see
why, but if you are a true beginner it might make you wonder, "Great, but how
do I get to all these wonderful mating positions without getting steamrolled!" I
would definitely buy it and memorize it! :-) Hope this helps.
Is the book 'bobby fischer teaches chess' worth reading... i am a novice and i wasnt sure if it was worth picking up... any ideas?