The Right Way to Play Chess, by D. Brine Pritchard
Explains modern and internationally approved methods of chess. Detailed and illustrated explanations of the basic rules and general theories of chess, openings, middle games, end games, and more.

The Reassess Your Chess Workbook, by Jeremy Silman
Provides problems designed to test a player's strengths and weaknesses. These problems cover openings, middlegames and endgames. As a player completes one of these problems, he or she may then turn to Mr. Silman's answer.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Chess, by Patrick Wolff
US Chess Champion and International Grandmaster, teaches readers quick and easy strategies for learning chess basics. From basic openings and endgames to tips on reading rival's moves.