Invitation to Go

John Fairbairn

Oxford University Press, 1977 - Games & Activities - 85 pages

Known as Wei Ch'i in China, the territorial board game of Go is enjoyed today by millions around the world. Its rules are simple, but it bears endless possibilities for complex strategic maneuvers. Manuals for Go are hard to come by; this introduction helps both novices and experienced players alike. 124 diagrams.

Contents

• Its so easy to start: 1
• Territory Territory Territory: 18
• Basic tactics: 33
• How to start a game: 48
• Fuseki Joseki: 56
• Unusual positions page: 63
• The basic method Komi A handicap game: 73
• Appendix The rules of: 82

Bibliographic information

• Title: Invitation to Go
• Author: John Fairbairn
• Edition: illustrated
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, 1977
• ISBN: 0192175475, 9780192175472
• Length: 85 pages
• Subjects: Games & Activities / Board Games