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No time to study but want to win more chess games? "Improve Your Chess in 7 Days" is packed with practical tips, hints on how to improve, learn from the champions and find out how to beat them - in just a week. With one short chapter for each day of the week, the book is ideal for social chess players and includes a sprinkling of chess cartoons to keep you smiling as you read. With comments and advice after each move, this is as clear a guide to improving your chess as you will ever need.

Most chess games are not won they are lost. Many instructional chess books tell you how to improve a position when it is already (or may be) favourable. This book offers help when you definitely do not have the advantage. Every chess player needs a sound arsenal of defensive techniques. This book covers them all counterplay, when to accept sacrifices, how to anticipate short- and long-term threats, and how to minimise losses. It also helps you create a strong underlying psychological framework for defensive technique it teaches you how to stay cool under fire, how to stonewall and how to exploit your opponents weaknesses.

Its a fact of chess life that if you want to win, you have to put a bit of study in. Every chess player, from near-beginner to experienced tournament player, needs to learn the openings and keep on top of current theory. But studying doesnt have to be dull. This indispensable book contains foolproof ways to help the information go in... and stay in. Acclaimed chess author Andrew Soltis reveals the key techniques: - Why you cant study chess the same way you study school subjects - How to acquire the most important knowledge: intuition - The role of memorizing (its not a bad thing, despite what people say) - How to get the most out of playing over a masters game - Adopting a chess hero as a means of learning - How great players study - Computers as a study tool - How to train someone else

James Alcantara doesnt walk into a room. He rewires it, with silence, precision, and the unnerving certainty that hes already two moves ahead. In North Carolinas ruthless political arena, hes not just playing the game. Hes rewriting the rules. But when his charm collides with Marina Smith, a journalist who sees through masks and bleeds where others bluff, control cracks. What starts as seduction unravels into psychological warfare. Secrets resurface. Loyalties fracture. And James learns that the real threat isnt exposure. Its feeling something real. Because predators dont fear being caught. They fear caring about who catches them. In a world where truth is currency and affection is a weapon, The Predators Allure is a slow-burn descent into power, obsession, and the one thing even the sharpest mind cant control: an unplanned emotion.

Neste livro estudaremos a história e curiosidades dos jogos mais antigos e famosos da humanidade.

Para os apaixonados pelo jogo xadrez, esse livro trata com humor e através da ironia e sarcasmo, os jargões, jogadas, armadilhas, como também, aborda os jogadores, plateias, narradores, enfim tudo so

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Unlock the secrets of chess and learn to outsmart your opponents with Checkmate Essentials: Your Step-by-Step Guide to Playing Chess. This engaging guide offers a clear, structured path to mastering the game, making it the ideal starting point for beginners and a valuable refresher for intermediate players. With a focus on actionable advice and proven strategies, this book simplifies the complexities of chess into a friendly, accessible format designed to help you quickly develop the skills needed for competitive play. At the heart of this book lies a commitment to clarity. Beginning with a thorough introduction to the chessboard layout and the roles of each piece, Checkmate Essentials guides you through the basic moves and special maneuvers that are essential for any aspiring player. Each section is packed with detailed illustrations and easy-to-follow instructions that demystify how to set up the board, how to move each piece correctly, and how to execute key moves such as castling, en passant, and pawn promotion. The step-by-step nature of this guide makes it particularly effective for readers who appreciate a methodical approach to learning. Every chapter builds on the previous one, seamlessly transitioning from basic instructions to advanced tactical and strategic concepts. As you progress, you will learn to recognize critical game patterns, set traps, and plan several moves ahead. This holistic view of chess not only improves your tactical prowess but also hones your overall strategic thinking. A major highlight of Checkmate Essentials is its section dedicated to common chess tactics. Here, you will dive deep into essential strategic themes such as forks, pins, skewers, and discovered attacks, each explained through real-game examples and practical exercises. These hands-on tactics are illustrated with annotated moves, enabling you to see how theory meets practice in real competitive scenarios. Coupled with in-depth discussion on chess openings, midgame strategies, and endgame techniques, this guide ensures that every phase of the chess match is covered thoroughly. Beyond the practical lessons, the book also provides fascinating insights into the history of chess and its evolution as a game of skill and intellect. It weaves historical anecdotes and memorable moments from chess legends lives, offering inspiration and context that enrich your learning experience. By integrating these narratives with practical instruction, Checkmate Essentials creates a layered learning experience that is as informative as it is motivational.

Leis do Jogo de Xadrez da Federação Internacional de Xadrez (FIDE) Válidas a partir de 1 de janeiro de 2018. Versão portuguesa aprovada pela Federação Portuguesa de Xadrez (FPX)

Chess is fun! This follow-up to the bestselling Batsford Book of Chess for Children is a lively collection of chess puzzles, games and activities, guaranteed to increase your childs enjoyment of the game while improving their skills and deepening their understanding.In conversational text aimed at children aged 7 and up, meet our two chess-obsessed heroes Jess and Jamie as they address the reader in a straightforward and relatable way, and are this time joined by their friends Harry and Marnie, who love chess just as much as they do!Explore fun problems and puzzles such as the Box Em In Challenge, easy chess variants such as Three Check Chess and Progressive Chess, a heap of guess-the-next-move quizzes, and revision pages to help remind children of the chess basics.This book works well as a companion to Chess for Children but also as a standalone activity book. Whether your child is just beginning to learn chess or already gripped by the game, Chess for Children Activity Book will help you encourage their interest and make learning chess a real pleasure.

A revolução do xadrez é a celebração de um fenômeno cultural mundial em constante movimento, de suas origens até a forma como as novas tecnologias estão transformando este jogo milenar no século XXI.

Você já se imaginou jogando xadrez voando alto ao redor da Terra? E se uma situação inesperada acontecesse, você estaria pronto para agir? Venha nessa aventura com nossos amigos astronautas que parti

Já se perguntou como o xadrez se tornou um jogo tão popular em todo o planeta? Gostaria de explorar as mudanças que aconteceram ao longo de sua história e descobrir os aspectos curiosos que estão por

Demétrio Borja é um pequeno e ambicioso empresário, fundador de uma empresa especializada na prevenção e combate a um dos maiores males do século XXI: ataques e invasões cibernéticas. Por uma combina

O livro Arbitragem de xadrez ao alcance de todos é um manual completo com tudo o que você irá precisar para organizar o seu torneio de xadrez. O autor, com seu espírito bem-humorado como o de todo ce

A Estética é uma ponte entre a Arte e Ciência. E o Xadrez campo e objeto especial de estudo, pois em si, reune as qualidades da Arte e da Ciência

Iniciei a construção desta obra no ano de 1995, quando, inspirado pela leitura da obra-prima de Arnold Toynbee, "Um Estudo da História", e pelo livro "Future Wars", de Trevor N. Dupuy, desenvolvi a m

I started the development of this work in 1995, when, inspired by Arnold Toynbees masterpiece, A Study of History, and the book Future Wars , from Trevor N. Dupuy, I wrote the monograph A foresight vision for the early twenty-first century, based on the military history of the period 1939-1991, of the warfare evolution in the employment of armed troops , which was presented in 1999 as a doctorates thesis. In 2004, I developed the professional work A Study of Military History of the Korean War , in which I began a layout for the study of military history supported by wargames. In 2005, with the reading of the book Wargame Design , published by Strategy & Tactics Magazine, I consolidated the matrix A Study of Military History . After reading the book Japanese and Chinese Chess - the Science and Art of War , I added this new book The Study of Wars and the Chess Games , relating the fundamentals of the chess games to the principles of the Art and Science of War.

In "Chess History and Reminiscences," Henry Bird combines a rich narrative style with meticulous scholarship to explore the evolution of chess and its pivotal moments in history. The book delves into notable tournaments, legendary players, and the cultural significance of chess across different epochs. Birds firsthand experiences and encounters with chess luminaries infuse the text with a personal touch, blurring the lines between historical documentation and memoir. His articulate prose captures the strategic depth and psychological intricacies of the game, while also providing insight into the broader socio-political context of its development. Henry Bird, an esteemed English chess player and writer of the 19th century, was a pivotal figure in promoting chess in England. His own prowess as a player and his deep-seated passion for the game undoubtedly inspired him to create this comprehensive work. Birds background, which includes participation in several chess tournaments and his role in journalism, equipped him with a wealth of experience and anecdotes that breathe life into his historical accounts. "Chess History and Reminiscences" is an essential read for both chess enthusiasts and scholars alike. Birds innovative blending of personal reminiscences with historical analysis offers a unique lens through which to appreciate the rich tapestry of chess. This book not only enhances the readers understanding of chess history but also evokes the timeless allure of the game itself.

An informative guide to understanding and implementing the fundamentals of the Caro-Kann, the easy way. The Caro-Kann defence, named after the German chess players Horatio Caro and Marcus Kann, is notorious for its simple solidity and is a popular chess opening that players of all levels benefit from having in their arsenal. It is a firm favourite of grand masters past and present, including Karpov, Petrosian, Capablanca and Anand.This is the fifth book from International Master Thomas Engqvist, and it avoids overcomplicated details and endless computer variations, focusing instead on key variations of the Caro-Kann that can be committed to memory. Examining classic games to demonstrate key moves in action, Engqvist brings the defence to life and provides you with the knowledge you need to put strategy into practice.