(Paperback, Main)

Filled with humour, thrill and insight, The Game Changers explores the world of games, showing how they have shaped human history and why we should play them

(Hardback)

(Hardback, 2nd New edition)

(Hardback, New edition)

(Hardback)

The author of The Philosophy of Christmas creates another 'stocking filler' for the festive season, telling the story of boardgames from ancient Egyptian tombs to modern boardgame cafes. A beautifully designed gift book on a subject that grossed over 10 billion in sales globally in 2023.

(Hardback, New edition)

(Hardback, New edition)

(Paperback)

540 chess puzzle positions to solve.

Think like a grandmaster with this ultimate test of chess skill, drawn from the pages of The Times. Byron Jacobs challenges you to find the critical move that turned the tide or sealed the win. Pit your wits against the likes of Kasparov, Carlsen and other elite players. Can you spot the breakthrough they found

(Paperback, New edition)

(Hardback)

(Paperback)

Following in the hoof-steps of our wildly successful Screaming Goat Mini Kit comes the CATAN Screaming Sheep, a vocal figurine of the iconic and adorable sheep from the globally bestselling board game sensation CATAN, which has sold tens of millions of products worldwide.

(Paperback)

This exciting and unique book deals with an aspect of chess that is hard to pin down: those monumental moments in a game when the tide turns and the course of the game is altered.

(Paperback)

Chess players at all levels will appreciate this accessible, enjoyable guide. Includes elementary tips for immediate practical use, attack and endgame studies, problems, and 60 complete games by Blackburne, Tartakower, Polgar, other immortals.

(Paperback, 5th Revised edition)

"Scrabble, forage and fight for a copy. This is a wonderful, wonderful companion for all who get a kick from the manipulation of letters or words."

Stephen Fry

(Paperback)

Strategic Moves is a practical guide to developing your childs mental prowess with true-to-life stories and easy, yet challenging, chess exercises used successfully in real classrooms.

(Hardback, Main)

Filled with humour, thrill and insight, The Game Changers explores the world of games, showing how they have shaped human history and why we should play them

(Paperback)

The best opening is the opening your opponent doesnt know. The winner of the game is the player who makes the next-to-last mistake. This fascinating book contains 300 of the most astute insights on chess ever uttered, culled from three centuries of great players.

(Paperback)

The inside secrets to becoming a chess Grandmaster, explaining the additional techniques and strategies that take you to another level.

Featuring a beautiful image of a well-loved library, this jigsaw puzzle would make a great gift for the book-lover in your life.

(Paperback)

Suitable for anyone wanting to improve their performance, from beginners learning the basic skills to more experienced participants working on advanced techniques, this book covers standard chess rules and basic notation as well as how to use each piece effectively; tactics and strategy; and how to plan for success.

(Paperback)

Chinese Chess, or Elephant Chess, has intrigued game lovers for centuries. The Chinese game requires players to master subtle variations of strategy. This guide introduces Chinese chess to Westerners, discussing the board, and the movement and value of the pieces.

A memo-game based on color cards that can be used for inspiration and for experimenting with different color combinations, series and tones.

(Paperback)

The ancient game of chess has its roots in India, where the legendary emperor Ravana used it to exercise his generals in strategy and tactics. Played by millions around the world, shogi is the uniquely Japanese variant of chess. This book on shogi is suitable for beginners and experienced players alike. Its offers step-by-step instructions.