Board games: Chess Books
Gambit Publications Ltd My Secrets in the Ruy Lopez
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£16.14
Gambit Publications Ltd An Idiot-Proof Chess Opening Repertoire
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£17.09
Insight Editions Harry Potter The Pocket PopUp Wizard Chess Set
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£16.31
The Crowood Press Ltd Chess: Skills - Tactics - Techniques
Book SynopsisChess - Crowood Sports Guides is the perfect tool for anyone wanting to improve their performance, from beginners learning the basic skills to more experienced participants working on advanced techniques. Standard chess rules and basic notation is covered as well as how to use each piece effectively; tactics and strategy; how to plan for success; the three phases - openings, middlegames and endgames; advanced techniques - analysing a position, opening repertoires, when to sacrifice, key endgame principles; hints and tips for developing chess further and finally using computers for analysis and preparation.
£11.69
Gambit Publications Ltd The Seven Deadly Chess Sins
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£16.14
Siles Press,U.S. Reassess Your Chess Workbook: How to Master Chess
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£18.89
Thinkers Publishing The Modernized London System
Book Synopsis The London Chess System is a solid and popular opening system for White that typically arises after the moves 1. d4 d5 2. Nf3 Nf6 3. Bf4. - It''s characterized by the development of the bishop to f4, aiming to control the center and maintain a solid pawn structure. The London System is known for its simplicity and flexibility, making it suitable for players of all levels, from beginners to grandmasters. - It often leads to strategic positions with plans revolving around controlling the center, developing the pieces harmoniously, and launching attacks on the opponent''s weaknesses. White usually follows up with moves like e3, Nbd2, c3, and eventually aims for a kingside pawn storm or a queenside minority attack, depending on the opponent''s setup. The London System can be used as a surprise weapon or as a mainstay of one''s repertoire due to its versatility and ability to transpose into various pawn structures. - Despite its reputation for being solid and positional, the London System can lead to dynamic and aggressive play, especially in the hands of experienced players who know how to seize tactical opportunities. - Black has several responses to the London System, including setups with ...c5, ...e6, ...Nbd7, ...b6, and ...Bg4, each posing different challenges and opportunities for both sides. - Mastery of the London System requires understanding typical plans, pawn structures, and strategic ideas, as well as familiarity with common tactical motifs and nuances specific to this opening system.
£29.69
Quality Chess Tigers Chaos Theory
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£22.09
Gambit Publications Ltd Mastering the Chess Openings: v. 2
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£17.99
Quality Chess UK LLP The Thinkers
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£29.74
Edition Olms School of Chess Excellence 2: Tactical Play
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£17.99
Quality Chess UK LLP Conceptual Rook Endgames Workbook
Book SynopsisRook endgames are the most frequently occurring endgames, as well as one of the most exciting and challenging areas of chess. In 2023, Quality Chess published Theoretical Rook Endgames by GM Sam Shankland and its sister volume Conceptual Rook Endgames by GM Jacob Aagaard a dazzling dyad of domination in endgame literature. This book tops off the triumphant trio by presenting 208 instructive exercises of varying difficulty, testing and reinforcing the reader's skill and understanding. Conceptual Rook Endgames Workbook will skyrocket your endgame abilities, whether used as a standalone workbook or as the last step in the Aagaard-Shankland Rook Endgames trilogy.
£14.39
Quality Chess UK LLP Tigers Chaos Theory
Book SynopsisHave you ever admired an amazing game of chess, simultaneously thinking I could never play like that? In Tiger's Chaos Theory, you will find a different perspective, treating extraordinary play and creativity as a learnable skill. Thinking outside the box is a stock phrase of the commentators; champions expand their box. GM Tiger Hillarp Persson is renowned as one of the most creative and original thinkers in chess - attributes he developed through targeted study. Tiger shares how to map patterns and navigate the outrageous, using games and ideas that helped him expand his creative approach. Tiger's Chaos Theory will take you on an inspirational journey, featuring concepts such as extreme Hecatomb sacrifices, Houdini-style pawn breakouts and even becoming another player at the board. With thought-provoking chess content, amusing anecdotes and candid reflections on the author's games and career, this book is unmissable.
£999.99
Thinkers Publishing The Modernized SemiSlav
Book SynopsisThe Semi-Slav Defense transcends its classification as a mere defensive response to 1.d4. It embodies a dynamic and multifaceted system that offers Black not only solidity in defense but also active counterplay and strategic flexibility. Here''s why the Semi-Slav is more than just a defense: Rather than passively defending, the Semi-Slav allows Black to counterattack in the center and on the flanks. Moves like ...e6-e5 and ...c6-c5 often lead to sharp, tactical positions where Black can seize the initiative. By delaying the development of the knight to f6, Black achieves a solid pawn structure with pawns on d5, e6, and c6. This structure provides a firm foundation for Black''s pieces and restricts White''s options for pawn breaks. The Semi-Slav leads to strategically rich positions with multiple pawn breaks and piece maneuvers. Both sides must navigate intricate plans, making it a fertile ground for cre
£28.79
Chessable Zwischenzug
Book SynopsisZwischenzug! is the first-ever comprehensive guide to the chess tactic also known as the intermediate move, or intermezzo. This exciting manoeuvre can catch opponents off guard because it is against the expected run of play. You will learn how to spot Zwischenzugs, when to look out for them, and how to set them up in your games.The authors have studied thousands of games and have identified the patterns that appear frequently in practical play. The book categorizes the different types of Zwischenzugs and distils them into easily accessible themes. The concepts are given catchy names to make them more memorable, and historical details and anecdotes are added throughout the book.Included is an extensive mix of sample puzzles for learning and practice.When published on Chessable, the course was received very enthusiastically and awarded an average rating of 4.82 out of a possible five stars. Another welcome effect is that the authors are now finding a lot of Zwisch
£22.91
Gambit Publications Ltd Mastering the Chess Openings: v. 3
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£17.09
Everyman Chess The Slav: Move by Move
Book SynopsisMove by Move is a new series which provides an ideal platform to study chess openings. By continually challenging the reader to answer probing questions throughout the book, Move by Move greatly encourages the learning and practising of vital skills just as much as the traditional assimilation of opening knowledge. Carefully selected questions and answers are designed to keep you actively involved, and allow you to monitor your progress as you learn. This is an excellent way to study any chess opening and at the same time improve your general chess skills and knowledge. In this book, Cyrus Lakdawala examines the universally popular Slav Defence which has been his main choice against 1 d4 for many years. Here he shares his experience and knowledge of his favourite opening, presents a repertoire for Black and provides answers to all the key questions. *Essential guidance and training in the Slav *Includes a Slav repertoire for Black *Incorporates an ideal approach to opening study
£16.99
Gambit Publications Ltd Learn Chess Tactics
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£999.99
Edition Olms Secrets of Opening Preparation: School of Future
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£17.99
Edition Olms School of Chess Excellence 3: Strategic Play
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£17.99
Edition Olms School of Chess Excellence 4: Opening
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£17.99
McFarland & Co Inc Fred Reinfeld
Book Synopsis Fred Reinfeld--his name used to be known to almost every chess player in the United States. Not so well known are his accomplishments. One of the strongest players of his time, he ranked just below Reuben Fine and Samuel Reshevsky (against whom he had a plus score). He was the accomplished author of some of the best chess books of the 1930s and 1940s, and a respected numismatist, recognized as a pioneer in the field. He was an editor or major contributor to almost every major chess magazine through the 1940s--Chess Review, Chess Correspondent and Chess Life. This first book on Renfield covers his remarkable contributions to the chess world, with many of his ideas and writings quoted in their original context and with many of his famous annotations preserved for the modern reader.
£46.89
Batsford Ltd 1000 Checkmate Combinations
Book SynopsisThis truly outstanding book, first published in Russian in the 1970s and regarded as a classic, contains everything you need to know about how to deliver checkmate. 1000 Checkmate Combinations contains a wealth of elegant and sophisticated chess tactics as well as systematic and effective instruction. Each chapter covers a different piece or combination of pieces that is able to deliver checkmate, and provides illustrative templates for just about every mating formation. By working through the book, readers will develop their ability to recognise the potential for checkmate, as well as the know-how to execute one.Clearly written and beautifully organised, it will appeal to all chess players but particularly club players.
£14.39
Everyman Chess First Steps: 1 e4 e5
Book SynopsisStarting a chess game with 1 e4 e5 is so common that the resulting complex of opening systems traditionally commands its own sobriquet, "The Open Games" (1 e4 met by other replies are "Semi-Open Games" and everything else comes under "Closed Games"). The central structure with pawns on e4 and e5 often leads to play based around highly classical themes which are the bedrock of successful chess understanding. ----- First Steps is a new opening series and is ideal for improving players who want simple and straightforward explanations. First Steps emphasizes: ----- * the basic principles --- * the basic strategies --- * the key tricks and traps ----- First Steps books are based around carefully selected instructive games which demonstrate exactly what both sides are trying to achieve. There is enough theory to enable the improving player to get to grips with the opening without feeling overwhelmed. If you want to take up a new opening, First Steps is the ideal place to start.Trade Review"Throughout the coverage is extremely clear and should be especially of use to juniors and the weaker club player." --- Sean Marsh, CHESS Magazine ----- "This is a fun and informative book. While some of the material is basic ... much of it stresses the micro-principles that when adhered to lead to winning chess play. First Steps: 1 e4 e5 is more of an instructional manual about piece activity in the open games than an opening book, as such it is suitable for a broader range of players than its title suggests." --- Mark Donlan, ChessCafe.com
£16.19
Everyman Chess Garry Kasparov on My Great Predecessors, Part
Book SynopsisGrandmaster Damian Lemos presents a repertoire for White in the Queen?s Gambit, one of the most famous chess openings. The Queen?s Gambit enjoys a long and illustrious past. It has been played by virtually all the strongest grandmasters in the history of chess, and today it remains a popular choice for players of all levels. White?s opening moves in the Queen?s Gambit are built on sound strategic principles, and it can lead to positions rich in both tactical and positional play. It?s a perfect opening to use in order to develop your chess understanding.It?s a perfect opening to use in order to develop your chess understanding. There are many defences that Black can employ against the Queen?s Gambit and it?s easy to become confused by the countless options for both White and Black. Lemos tackles this problem by providing a concise, easy-to-learn and practical repertoire that is suitable for players of all levels. Using illustrative games, Lemos examines the typical tactics and strategies for both sides, and highlights the key move order issues. This book tells you everything you need to know about playing the Queen?s Gambit.? A complete repertoire with 1 d4 d5 2 c4? Over 50 games with grandmaster analysis? Written by a Queen?s Gambit expert
£21.24
Gambit Publications Ltd Chess Tactics Workbook for Kids
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£13.29
Gambit Publications Ltd A Simple Chess Opening Repertoire for White
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£12.34
Everyman Chess Opening Repertoire: Richter-Veresov Attack
Book SynopsisThe Richter-Veresov Attack is characterized by the moves 1 d4, 2 Nc3 and 3 Bg5. It is a great system for players who want to take their opponents away from well-known theory, force them into unfamiliar situations and make them fight on their own resources. There are various modern interpretations of the Richter-Veresov Attack which usual involve White playing f3 at some point. However, in this book, the highly experienced chess author and coach Cyrus Lakdawala focuses on the traditional treatment which generally eschews f3 in favour of more classical development with moves such as Nf3, e3 or even Qf3. In Opening Repertoire: Richter-Veresov Attack, Lakdawala guides the reader through the complexities and carves out a repertoire for White. He examines all aspects of this highly complex opening and provides the reader with well-researched, fresh, and innovative analysis. Each annotated game has valuable lessons on how to play the opening and contains instructive commentary on typical middlegame plans. * A complete repertoire for White to counter all replies. * The question and answer approach provides an excellent study method.
£16.99
Quality Chess UK LLP Boost Your Chess 3: Mastery
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£17.55
Chronicle Books Move by Move
Book Synopsis A little book of life advice drawing on the timeless wisdom of chess from Maurice Ashley, the first African American Chess Grandmaster.At age thirty-three, Maurice Ashley became the first African American to attain the rank of International Grand Master of Chess. Since that historic moment, he has brought his love of the game to a wide audience as an educator, innovator, and motivational speaker. In Move by Move, Ashley guides readers through the essential lessons that chess has taught him about life, using both personal examples from his rise from an immigrant kid playing matches in Brooklyn parks to the most rarified levels of competition, as well as insights and anecdotes from fellow notable chess players. In short chapters with practical takeaways, this book reaches from the fundamental to the counterintuitive on subjects ranging from self-knowledge to strategic thinking to the importance of failure. This little book of wisdom is the perfect gi
£16.19
Quality Chess UK LLP Small Steps 2 Success: Mastering Passed Pawn Play
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£21.59
Gambit Publications Ltd The Chess Attacker's Handbook
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£16.14
Everyman Chess Chess Secrets: Giants of Innovation: Learn from
Book Synopsis'Chess Secrets' is a series of books which uncover the mysteries of the most important aspects of chess, such as strategy, attack, defence, opening play, endgames, off-board preparation and mental attitude. In each book the author chooses and deeply studies a number of great players who have excelled in such aspects of the game, greatly influenced their peers and inspired all of us. In 'Giants of Innovation', Craig Pritchett selects five chess legends whose play exemplifies outstandingly innovative attributes. Wilhelm Steinitz established the essential ground-rules for modern positional chess. Emanuel Lasker pioneered a new kind of totalA", all-out battling chess. Mikhail Botvinnik taught us how to prepare and successfully play an entire range of complex modern opening systems. Viktor Korchnoi set particularly high standards in the art of defence and counter-attack. Vassily Ivanchuk, a modern byword for ingenuity and surprise, excels by constant creation. Read this book and enhance your own skills. Understand how to inject more innovation into your own games. *An entertaining and instructive guide to innovative chess *Learn from the greats of the game *Discover how famous chess minds work
£15.29
Everyman Chess Garry Kasparov on My Great Predecessors, Part Two
Book SynopsisPart two features the play of champions Max Euwe (1935-1937) Mikhail Botvinnik (1946-1957, 1958-1961 and 1961-1963), Vassily Smyslov (1957-1958) and Mikhail Tal (1960-1961). These books are more than just a compilation of the games of these champions. Kasparov''s biographies place them in a fascinating historical, political and cultural context. Kasparov explains how each champion brought his own distinctive style to the chessboard and enriched the theory of the game with new ideas. All these games have been thoroughly reassessed with the aid of modern software technology and the new light this sheds on these classic masterpieces is fascinating.
£21.24
Quality Chess Key Elements of Chess Strategy
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£20.25
Quality Chess UK LLP Magic Chess Moves
Book SynopsisMagic Chess Moves is a book that will enthral you while also testing and improving your chess abilities. You will be invited to solve a collection of exercise positions, but the accompanying text contains far more than simply the solutions. The author offers his reflections on all manner of other fascinating topics, such as how tactics can be coached, and details of the composer's life story. Magic Chess Moves contains the condensed wisdom of an experienced chess trainer with an emphasis on practical improvement. The 317 positions in this book are of mixed difficulty levels, with examples from over-the-board play and from chess compositions. Each and every exercise has been carefully selected for its instructive value to the practical player.
£25.08
Dover Publications Inc. 500 Hundred Master Games of Chess 3 Books in 1
Book SynopsisVast collection of great chess games from 1798 through 1938, with much hard-to-find material. Fully annotated, arranged by opening for easier study. 150 years of master play!
£23.37
Batsford Ltd Ideas Behind Modern Chess Openings Black
Book SynopsisFollowing the success of 'Ideas Behind Modern Chess Openings', this comprehensive companion volume gives the complete opening repertoire for Black.
£14.39
Little, Brown Book Group The Right Way to Teach Chess to Kids
Book SynopsisThis accessible how-to guide for parents and teachers on the best way to teach chess to children, from international chess expert Richard James, is linked to both his bestselling book, Chess for Kids, and his website chessKIDS academy.James, who taught grandmasters Luke McShane and Jonathan Rowson, shows how learning chessis interesting and fun. It can also help children develop life skills, such as decision-making and social skills, and be a springboard to other subjects in the school curriculum, such as maths, science, history and even languages.In an easy-to-follow, fun way, James explains how to structure short lessons with worksheets and other activities to introduce the chess pieces, chess notation and chess-board dynamics - sothat children can understand the thinking behind the moves and start playing and enjoying thisfascinating game.Trade ReviewDespite being a strong player who is professionally involved in chess, at one time I was clueless when it came to teaching chess to a young beginner, in this case my own son! It was only after getting insights from Richard James, an expert in the field, that the fog started to clear. -- Nigel Davies (International Grandmaster)
£10.44
£15.53
Abrams Black and White
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£17.09
John Murray Press Win At Chess Teach Yourself
Book SynopsisThe ultimate beginner's guide to learning the basic rules, moves and tactics to win at chess. Whether you are a complete beginner or seeking to improve your present level of play this book will deepen your understanding of chess and enhance your enjoyment of the game, as player or spectator.Table of Contents : introduction 1: the rules of the game 2: elementary endgames 3: elementary tactics 4: principles of opening play 5: endgame strategy 6: strategic planning 7: basic opening theory 8: illustrative games 9: the art of chess compositions : postscript : appendix : glossary
£11.69
John Murray Press Improve Your Chess Teach Yourself
Book SynopsisImprove Your Chess will help you to improve your technique and master your game. This lively new edition is written by William Hartston, an experienced chess player and daily columnist for the Independent. It is structured in 75 easy-to-follow lessons, clearly demarcated by level, so that you are challenged throughout. You will get to grips with complex strategy and the meta-principles which rule the relationship between pieces and their co-operation throughout play. All new concepts are demonstrated by illustrated worked examples, and you will get a chance to see these principles borne out in grandmaster play. NOT GOT MUCH TIME?One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started.AUTHOR INSIGHTSLots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the authors'' many years of experience.TEST YOURSELFTests in the book and online to keep track of your progress.EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGEExtra online articles at www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of chessFIVE THINGS TO REMEMBERQuick refreshers to help you remember the key facts.TRY THISInnovative exercises illustrate what you''ve learnt and how to use it.Table of Contents : introduction : basic 1: 1 thinking 2: 2 calculation 3: 3 the centre 4: 4 exchanging pieces 5: 5 good bishops and bad bishops 6: 6 bishops and knights 7: 7 pawn to rook three 8: 8 bishop to knight's five 9: 9 castling (1) 10: 10 knights before bishops 11: 11 developing your pieces 12: 12 the fianchetto(1): bishops 13: 13 planning 14: 14 gentlemen, the queen! 15: 15 pawn takes pawn 16: 16 pushing pawns 17: 17 when you find a good move ... 18: 18 isolated pawns 19: 19 backward pawns 20: 20 doubled pawns 21: 21 weak squares 22: 22 rook on the seventh 23: 23 sacrifices 24: 24 hierarchies of thought 25: 25 i go here, he goes there ... : advanced 26: 26 the good 'bad bishop' 27: 27 opposite coloured bishops 28: 28 the fianchetto (2): the pawn move 29: 29 the wrong rook 30: 30 the centre of gravity 31: 31 critical movements 32: 32 improving your position 33: 33 defending 34: 34 playing in blinkers 35: 35 one move at a time 36: 36 ... with a small advantage to white 37: 37 timing 38: 38 patience 39: 39 castling (2) 40: 40 how to study openings 41: 41 endgame strategy 42: 42 gambits 43: 43 positional sacrifices 44: 44 time to relax 45: 45 playing for a win 45: 45 playing for a win 46: 46 pawn moves 47: 47 learning from losses 48: 48 the art of distraction 49: 49 if in doubt, change sides 50: 50 winning and losing : mastery 51: 51 the grand plan 52: 52 subgoals 53: 53 judgement or calculation? 54: 54 flexibilty 55: 55 minority attack 56: 56 dialetical materialism 57: 57 material and time 58: 58 planning for the endgame 59: 59 bishops and knights (2) 60: 60 positional dynamics 61: 61 preserving the balance 62: 62 crime and punishment 63: 63 writing and editing 64: 64 throwing salt 65: 65 creativity 66: 66 chaos 67: 67 the bad 'good' bishop 68: 68 luck 69: 69 practicality (1) 70: 70 practicality (2) 71: 71 hedgehogs playing tennis 72: 72 the grammar of chess 73: 73 analysing and playing 74: 74 the meta-rules of strategy 75: 75 offering a draw
£9.49
Carl Vernon Sherwood 5 Strategic Ways to WIN at Chess and Score
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£12.34
Everyman Chess The Tarrasch Defence: Move by Move
Book SynopsisThis series provides an ideal platform to study chess openings. By continually challenging the reader to answer probing questions throughout the book, the Move by Move format greatly encourages the learning and practising of vital skills just as much as the traditional assimilation of opening knowledge. Carefully selected questions and answers are designed to keep you actively involved and allow you to monitor your progress as you learn. This is an excellent way to study any chess opening and at the same time improve your general chess skills and knowledge. The Tarrasch is an ambitious defence to the Queen's Gambit. Black's concept is an aggressive one - he willingly accepts an isolated queen's pawn but in return seizes space in the centre and gains freedom of development for all his pieces. In this book, International Master and Tarrasch expert Sam Collins takes an in-depth look at this popular opening and its many variations. Using illustrative games, Collins highlights the typical plans and tactics for both sides, presents repertoire options for Black and provides answers to all the key questions. *Essential guidance and training in the Tarrasch Defence *Utilizes an ideal approach to chess study *Includes repertoire options for Black
£16.19
Everyman Chess Finding Chess Jewels: Improve Your Imagination
Book SynopsisGrandmaster and renowned chess trainer Michal Krasenkow presents a treasure chest of puzzles designed to stretch the minds of all players. Imagination and calculation are two of the most important qualities of a chess player, and they are qualities which, with purposeful practice, can be developed significantly. As you analyse and solve more and more positions, your brain functions more efficiently, you are able to recognize and master additional tactical methods and patterns, and it becomes increasingly easier to solve similar types of positions. The exercises in this book are a 'collection of jewels' that Krasenkow has picked up during his career as a chess player, commentator and trainer. Solutions to the puzzles are often hidden, spectacular and unexpected, and are specifically designed to improve imagination and calculation. Many of the puzzles are taken from Krasenkow's own games, and this allows him to give the reader a unique psychological insight as to how and why solutions were or were not found during battle. *Over 220 mind-stretching chess puzzles *Includes detailed analysis in the solutions *Contains grandmaster advice on problem solving
£15.29
Everyman Chess Anand: Move by Move
Book SynopsisViswanathan Anand is undoubtedly one of the World's greatest ever chess players. He first shot to fame in his youth, when he enthralled the chess public with his results and his amazing speed of play. He became India's first ever grandmaster, at the age of eighteen. He has won five World Championships, and was the undisputed World Champion from 2007 to 2013. He's been the World number one ranked player and one of the very few to break the 2800 rating barrier. His renowned versatility has help him to become successful in all forms of the game: tournament play, match play, knockout and rapidplay. In this book, Grandmaster Zenon Franco examines in detail Anand's chess career to date. He selects and studies his favourite Anand games, and demonstrates clearly how we can all improve our chess by learning from Anand's play. Move by Move provides an ideal platform to study chess. By continually challenging the reader to answer probing questions throughout the book, the Move by Move format greatly encourages the learning and practising of vital skills just as much as the traditional assimilation of knowledge. Carefully selected questions and answers are designed to keep you actively involved and allow you to monitor your progress as you learn. This is an excellent way to improve your chess skills and knowledge. *Learn from the games of a chess legend *Important ideas absorbed by continued practice *Utilizes an ideal approach to chess studyTrade ReviewThis book, which in my opinion is very typical of Everyman's famous Move By Move series, is an excellent starting point for any ambitious player. -- Theo Slade British Chess Magazine Anand: Move by Move takes this series to a challenging new level that is sure to test and expand the capabilities of the average reader. If you approach the material in a serious and diligent manner, then working your way through this title is almost guaranteed to raise the level of your play. -- Michael McGuerty ChessCafe.com
£16.99
Everyman Chess Bronstein: Move by Move
Book SynopsisDavid Bronstein is one of the greatest and most loved chess players of all time. He won numerous major tournaments and for many years he was one of the world's strongest grandmasters. In 1951 he came agonisingly close to winning the World Championship title, drawing 12-12 against the reigning champion Mikhail Botvinnik. Bronstein was one of the most creative geniuses the chess world has ever seen, and he left a legacy of wonderful games. In this book, FIDE Master Steve Giddins selects and examines his favourite Bronstein games, brings light to some games which were previously unpublished, and shows us how we can all learn and improve our chess by studying Bronstein's play. Move by Move provides an ideal platform to study chess. By continually challenging the reader to answer probing questions throughout the book, the Move by Move format greatly encourages the learning and practising of vital skills just as much as the traditional assimilation of knowledge. Carefully selected questions and answers are designed to keep you actively involved and allow you to monitor your progress as you learn. This is an excellent way to improve your chess skills and knowledge.Learn from the games of a chess legend Important ideas absorbed by continued practice Utilizes an ideal approach to chess study
£16.19
