This is a chess book for everyone, from eight to eighty, beginner to master. In a clear, easy-to-follow format it explains how the best way to beat a stronger opponent be it a friend, clubmate - or Dad is by cleverly forcing checkmate. Delightful and instructive positions from real games are used to show the b50 Deadly Checkmatesb that chess masters use to win their games.br br For the beginner, simply learning the checkmating ideas and enjoying the examples will help develop the tactical skills needed to carry out attacks, combinations and sacrifices.br br For the advanced player, many of these checkmating ideas will come as a revelation, having never been categorized before. Experts agree that pattern-recognition is vital to success in chess, and this book provides a wealth of valuable patterns.br br bHow to Beat Your Dad at Chessb makes improving easy and fun, and is full of helpful explanations and practical advice on how to approach chess games with confidence - and success.br br