I started by just sitting by the chessboard exploring things. I didn't even have books at first, and I just played by myself. I learnt a lot from that, and I feel that it is a big reason why I now have a good intuitive understanding of chess.
“In sleep, you are safe from the revolting mechanics of living and being a prey to outrageous fortune.”
“We English are good at forgiving our enemies; it releases us from the obligation of liking our friends.”