The Complete Book of Chess Strategy

Author: Jeremy Silman
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781890085018
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 388

Book Description
An easy-to-understand guide to chess strategy -- conceptual planning -- has always been the amateur's dream. This book makes that dream a reality. This comprehensive guide in dictionary form, the first of its kind, makes all aspects of chess strategy quick, easy, and painlessly accessible to players of all degrees of strength. Each strategic concept is listed alphabetically and followed by a clear, easy-to-absorb explanation accompanied by examples of how this strategy is used in practice. Such great World Champions as Steinitz, Capablanca, Petrosian, Fischer, and Karpov have used these strategies in virtually all of their games. Now you can arm yourself with their weapons. As you incorporate these weapons into your own play, they will enrich your appreciation of the game and lead you to one beautiful victory after another.

Back to Basics: Tactics

Author: Dan Heisman
Publisher: SCB Distributors
ISBN: 1936490145
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 200

Book Description
Chess Tactics Can Be Fun! This book is an introduction to the various kinds of basic chess tactics. With instructional material, examples, and problems of all types, the subject of chess tactics is covered comprehensively. There are approximately 500 examples ranging from too easy to very difficult! Tactics are usually why most people find chess fun! This book will greatly enhance your enjoyment learning about - and benefiting from - the recurring patterns of tactics. It is well established that the study of basic tactics is probably the single most important thing any beginner can do to improve at chess. This book will help you do that!

Winning Chess

Author: Irving Chernev
Publisher: Rizzoli Publications
ISBN: 1849941106
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Winning Chess is a truly classic chess book, beloved of chess-mad teenagers since it was first published in 1970, updated and repackaged in algebraic format. Written in lively, conversational style by two prolific and popular chess authors, it is aimed at players who have gone past the beginner stage and want to take their game to a whole new level. Its imaginative themes and instructional method are timeless, and the whole book is shot through with fun and humour.

How Not to Play Chess

Author: Eugene A. Znosko-Borovsky
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486158373
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 127

Book Description
Developing plans of action based on positional analysis: weak and strong squares, control of open lines, pawn structure, more. 20 problems.

A to Z Chess Tactics

Author: George Huczek
Publisher: Batsford Books
ISBN: 1849944865
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 596

Book Description
An indispensable reference book of chess moves, perfect for any chess player, beginner or club player. This A to Z of chess tactics provides an explanation of all the key terms and jargon used in chess so you can understand them and put them into practice in your own game. From Castling to Zugzwang, from Underpromotion to Zwischenzug. Written in a clear and informative style, the book features a large section with Illustrative games from past chess masters and grandmasters which show the relevant chess definition in action. Plus there are exercises that illustrate the tactic defined – these test you on your ability to recognize the tactics learned, as that is how they will appear in a match. The exercises teach you how to seize the opportunities before they disappear as well as avoiding traps your opponent may leave. Useful for all chess players, this is an essential read for those looking to improve and understand the game better.

Fundamental Chess Tactics

Author: Antonio Gude
Publisher: Gambit Publications
ISBN: 9781911465171
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 335

Book Description

1001 Brilliant Ways to Checkmate

Author: Fred Reinfeld
Publisher: SCB Distributors
ISBN: 1936490838
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 405

Book Description
A 21st-Century Edition of a Great Checkmate Collection! Ask most chessplayers from the “baby boomer” generation how they acquired and sharpened their tactical skills, and chances are a Fred Reinfeld tactics collection will be part of their answer. And now, for the first time, 1001 Brilliant Ways to Checkmate is available in modern algebraic notation. This may be the all-time great checkmate collection, with forced checkmate positions culled mainly from actual play. And Reinfeld's selection is simply marvelous, touching on all the important tactical themes. In short, this is an outstanding book to hone your tactical abilities. It will help you recognize mating patterns, develop visualization skills, enhance imagination, and improve tactical sharpness. And now, with a modern 21st-century edition of this great checkmate collection finally available, there is no excuse for not only improving your tactical skills, but also enjoying yourself along the way.

The Tactics Bible - Magnum Opus

Author: Efstratios Grivas
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789492510433
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 450

Book Description
Grandmaster Grivas presents the reader an unique and massive amount of amazing puzzles including their historical background. All the most famous and rare tactical themes are covered, promising the read of the year!

Silman's Complete Endgame Course

Author: Jeremy Silman
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781890085100
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
A famed writer, speaker, player and international master has created the one and only endgame book chess enthusiasts need as they move up the ladder from beginner to tournament player to possession of the coveted master title.

Learn Chess Tactics

Author: John Nunn
Publisher: Gambit Publications
ISBN: 9781901983982
Category : Chess
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
This book teaches basic tactical ideas such as the fork, pin, and discovered attack, and introduces general ideas such as elimination, immobilization and compulsion. A basic knowledge of simple tactics will enable a novice to start winning games, by giving checkmate or capturing material. As the player progresses, his tactical arsenal will broaden, and he will start to play sacrifices and combinations, and develop a deeper understanding of the game. Players who fail to study tactics systematically tend to suffer from tactical blind-spots that plague them throughout their playing career, and thus they fail to realize their full potential.