Chess Garden: Introduction to Xiangqi

Author: Han Lin, Zhu Xiubin
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Publish Date: 2004-10-01
Features: Go-Moku, also known as Renju, is one of China's traditional board games. According to historical records, it originated over 4,000 years ago during the Yao and Shun period, even older than the history of Go. Currently, this board game, which combines the mystique of the East with the clarity of the West, has rapidly developed in many countries and become an international competitive event. Go-Moku is simple to learn yet full of variations, making it deeply loved by the public and suitable for people of all ages. Through playing Go-Moku, people can quickly experience the joy of leisure and strategy, physical and mental benefits. Go-Moku is a thinking game that is completely free from luck and chance. Like other board games, it follows rules and structure. Although its rules are simple, the deeper you delve into it, the more challenging it becomes, and the more interesting it feels, the more profound it seems. Therefore, to help readers gain a comprehensive and detailed understanding of Go-Moku, we have written this book, "Introduction to Go-Moku." The book uses a combination of diagrams and concise text to help everyone quickly master the correct moves and winning strategies of Go-Moku.