Stratagems of Chess is a book that was first published in 1817, written by Montigny. The book is a collection of critical and remarkable situations that have been selected from the works of eminent masters of the game of chess. The aim of the book is to provide a comprehensive guide to the various strategies and tactics that can be used in the game of chess.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the game. The first section provides an introduction to the game of chess, including its history and basic rules. The second section focuses on the opening moves of the game, providing a detailed analysis of various opening strategies and their strengths and weaknesses.The third section of the book focuses on the middle game, providing a comprehensive guide to the various tactics that can be used to gain an advantage over an opponent. This section includes detailed analysis of various types of attacks, as well as defensive strategies that can be used to counter them.The fourth section of the book focuses on the endgame, providing a detailed analysis of various endgame strategies and techniques. This section includes detailed analysis of various types of endgames, as well as strategies for winning or drawing in different situations.Overall, Stratagems of Chess is a comprehensive guide to the game of chess, providing a wealth of information on various strategies and tactics that can be used to gain an advantage over an opponent. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to players of all levels, from beginners to advanced players.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.