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Chess Fundamentals is a book by world chess champion José Raúl Capablanca featuring clear chess principles, backed by real master games. Capablanca teaches the logic and principles of good chess play providing good examples to illustrate concepts. The book is the great guide to the fundamentals of chess, it is simple to follow and it provides a wide variety of principles, from game openings to middle games to end games. It also features illustrated games of some of the greatest players.

The Blue Book of Chess is a book about chess by a chess master Howard Staunton intended for teaching the rudiments of the game of chess, and giving an analysis of all the recognized openings. The main goal was to simplify a great variety and the delicate distinctions of the openings, showing such moves as are recognized to be the best. At each opening, the student of the game is presented with the variations made by experienced players in accordance with circumstances. The book is illustrated with a great variety of actually played games by numerous chess masters in order to make the understanding the subject easier.

The Exploits and Triumphs of Paul Morphy, the Chess Champion is a book about Morphys legendary European tour of 1858 written by Frederick Milnes Edge. By his teenage years Morphy has beaten Americas number one player, Louis Paulson, in a highly publicized blindfold match. He took off to Europe in order to challenge Howard Staunton, leading European player, but when he arrived, Staunton avoided the match. Edge follows Morphy across Western Europe as he challenges some of the best chess players of the time and beats them often blindfolded. Edge documents the voyage as a journalist, complete with a historical rundown of the important English chess clubs at the time, portraying vivid descriptions of chess cafes with great flair for characterization and setting.

The Queens Gambit Accepted (QGA) is Blacks most straightforward answer to the popular Queens Gambit. By accepting the gambit pawn, Black refuses to submit to the strategic bear-hug which is so common in the Queens Gambit Declines. The QGA is fundamentally sound, but soon leads to sharp play where both sides have plenty of chances to play for a win.

Miguel Najdorf has been described as a flamboyant poet of the chessboard. A celebrated Grandmaster, his playing career spanned six decades. He is perhaps best known for the eponymous Najdorf opening variation of the Sicilian Defence often used to good effect by Bobby Fischer and Garry Kasparov. A highly influential chess writer he won many International tournaments although never played for the World Championship.Here we have an informed biography complemented by one hundred selected games that demonstrate his originality and brilliance. The games are fully annotated by the well-respected authors.

The Kings Gambit is the most daring and dangerous opening. White throws caution to the wind, and Black must know what he is doing to avoid early defeat. The Kings Gambit was all the rage in the 19th century, but has an enduring popularity throughout the chess world. Remarkably, it is once more the focus of the top grandmaster attention, for example when Nigel Short played it three times in a row against the worlds best at the Madrid 1997 tournament.

There is much published on chess tactics, strategy, openings and endings, but little on how to come up with imaginative solutions through logical thinking and evaluation. This book is dedicated to that task and provides over 700 fresh positions, incorporating a variety of schemes of thought for the reader to solve. The examples emphasise the power of logical and resourceful thinking, quick wit and imagination. In each chapter the author presents little-explored concepts, such as progressive and reciprocal thinking, to help the reader achieve decisive results and to make fewer mistakes in calculation.The material has been accumulated by the author over many years as a trainer and will be of great benefit to competitive players seeking to improve their methods of thinking.

An International Masters guide to the essential positions and strategies in chess.A great little book of understanding the most important chess positions in the opening of a game, the middle game and the endgame. It cuts to the chase on the most useful positions at all those stages. Perfect for players who want to reach a higher level but dont have time to sit for hours and hours each week in less productive study.Divided into three sections, it comprises section 1, The 50 Most Important Openings (covering 50 openings), section 2. The 150 Most important Middle Game Positions and section 3. The 100 Most important Endgame Positions. For example, the Endgame section has chapters on pawn endings, knightt endings, etc. The Middle game chapters are arranged by positional themes.Each numbered position can be seen as a test yourself quiz (with answers given below the diagrams) to help cement positional understanding. Since it is advisable to repeat the positions from time to time this book can be your life-long companion, enabling you to dramatically increase your positional chess understanding.An essential strategy book by a Swedish International Master.

Following on from the long success of one of the most important chess books ever written, Bobby Fischer: My 60 Memorable Games, renowned chess writer Andrew Soltis delivers a book on todays blockbuster chess player Magnus Carlsen.Magnus Carlsen has been the worlds number one player for more than a decade, has won more super-tournaments than anyone ever and is still in his prime. He is the only player to repeatedly win the world championships in classical, speed and blitz chess formats. This book details his remarkable rise and how he acquired the crucial skills of 21st-century grandmaster chessHe will defend his world championship title this autumn and if he wins, it will set a record of five championship match victories. This book take you through how he wins by analysing 60 of the games that made him who he is, describing the intricacies behind his and his opponents strategies, the tactical justification of moves and the psychological battle in each one.

A book by stalwart chess writer on an aspect of chess that is quite common, but little is written about, swindling in chess. In chess, a swindle is a ruse by which a player in a losing position tricks his opponent, and thereby achieves a win or draw instead of the expected loss. Renown chess writers Horowitz and Reinfeld observe that swindles, "though ignored in virtually all chess books", "play an enormously important role in over-the-board chess, and decide the fate of countless games".Andrew Soltis, American chess journalist, says swindles are not accidental or a matter of luck. Swindling is a skill. But there has been almost nothing written about how to do it, how to make yourself lucky in chess. Swindling means setting traps that exploit an opponents over-confidence. It means choosing the move that has the greatest chance of winning, rather than the move that has the least chance of losing.Soltis new proposal will explain to players of all levels how to do just that with plenty of examples to explain along the way.

"Bobby Fischer...The precision and energy that he played with is unmatched in the history of chess."Magnus Carlsen, World Chess Champion Nearly 30 years since his last chess game, Bobby Fischers fame continues to grow. Appearing in Hollywood movies, documentaries and best-selling books, his life and career are as fascinating as they ever were and his games continue to generate discussion. Indeed, with each new generation of computer, stunning discoveries are made about moves that have been debated by grandmasters for decades.An updated, expanded edition of the 2003 classic, with all 100 games reanalyzed, along with six additional gamesThis book covers the entire career of an American chess grandmaster and eleventh World Chess Champion, going well beyond his My 60 Memorable Games, and includes rarely seen "lost" Fischer gamesWith new insights into what made the enigmatic Fischer play and act the way he did International Grandmaster Andrew Soltis played Fischer and also reported, as a journalist, on the Americans legendary career. He is the author of many books, including Pawn Structure Chess, 365 Chess Master Lessons and What it Takes to Become a Chess Master.

In "Chess Fundamentals," Jos Ral Capablanca, the renowned Cuban chess champion, offers a comprehensive and systematic approach to the game of chess, making it accessible to players of all skill levels. Written in a clear and didactic style, the book emphasizes essential principles such as piece development, control of the center, and the importance of strategic planning over mere tactical skirmishing. Capturing the essence of chess during the early 20th century, Capablancas work is both a tutorial and a philosophical treatise, integrating theoretical concepts with practical advice, while presenting instructive examples from his own games and other historical encounters. Jos Ral Capablanca, known for his natural talent and profound understanding of chess, became world champion in 1921 and is celebrated for his exceptional endgame skills and positional play. His insights are informed by his own experiences in competitive chess, including his encounters with contemporaries like Emanuel Lasker and Alexander Alekhine. Capablancas unique approach stems from his belief that chess should be understood as an art form, motivated by his desire to popularize the game and teach his prodigious understanding to future generations. "Chess Fundamentals" is highly recommended for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of chess. Whether you are a novice aspiring to develop a solid foundation or an experienced player seeking to refine your skills, Capablancas timeless wisdom and methodological instruction will elevate your game and enhance your appreciation for the intricacies of chess.In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:- A succinct Introduction situates the works timeless appeal and themes.- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the eras events and influences that shaped the writing.- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the authors life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the works messages, connecting them to modern life.- Handpicked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

An updated edition of Paul Keres classic endgame instructor, designed specifically for practical players with over 500 extra diagrams to facilitate learning and memorisation of critical lines of endgame play.It is an essential practical book, for all chess players, from one of the worlds greatest grandmasters. Keres remained an elite grandmaster throughout his life and is widely regarded as one of the s strongest ever players not to have won the world chess champion.His book is a comprehensive guide to the precise handling of all basic endgame positions. It features logical step-by-step explanations of procedures required to obtain the best possible results from frequently occurring queen, rook, bishop, knight and pawn endings. It includes commentaries on the final stages of selected tournament games, which demonstrate the art of favourable transposition from complex to clear-cut endgames.

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.

Increase your chess knowledge within the year! In this book, Andrew Soltis analyzes 365 key chess games in an easy way for busy people. In this book, 365 of the most instructive short games of chess are analyzed, step by step, by well-respected author Andrew Soltis. Arranged as daily lessons, this book is perfect for chess players who would like to reach the next level of skill but cant devote hours and hours each day to study.Learn to feel confident with each tactic each game features test-yourself quizzes (with answers at the back of the book) to help cement understanding, as well as chess diagrams for those who learn visually. Challenging tactics are revisited in later games to help you recognize when they occur and how chess masters use them to their full advantage.With this book, Andrew encourages you to learn to think like a chess master within the year. From Castling to Zugzwang, learn something new everyday!

Emanuel Lasker was the longest-reigning world champion (1894-1921) and remained one of the worlds top 10 players for nearly four decades. He competed against top players such as Capablanca, Rubinstein and Alekhine at the height of their game, and was consistently successful, yet almost no one studies his games today. Lasker is often overlooked by the modern chess player, and the secrets of his success remain a mystery. Chess journalist Andy Soltis reveals for the first time the winning formula behind Laskers phenonemal achievements. With over 100 annotated games, Soltis analyses the tricks, traps and techniques behind the winning moves, and makes Laskers methods accessible to todays players.

* El autor, Bill Anderton, le conducirá a través de las tradiciones y la práctica de la meditación, y le ayudará a llevar a cabo esta técnica de la forma adecuada. * Un libro que le mostrará en qué consiste la meditacion y que ocurre cuando medita, con el que aprendera a utilizar tecnicas de relajacion y pensamientos positivos de manera efectiva. * Comprobara el poder de la meditacion para potenciar su creatividad y su capacidad de autocuracion. * La guia incluye numerosas meditaciones espirituales que se pueden practicar en cualquier momento. Bill Anderton comenzo a interesarse por la meditacion en los años setenta, y desde entonces se ha dedicado a estudiar y a enseñar su practica. Utiliza la meditacion como un medio no solo para el alivio de las tensiones, sino tambien para la maduracion interior y la mejora de la calidad de vida. Ha escrito diversos libros y articulos sobre meditacion. En la actualidad dirige el Pilgrims Centre de Gloucester, donde enseña tecnicas de meditacion y relajacion.

Find the Winning Move contains hundreds of chess positions in which the reader must find the right way to deliver a winner in one, two or more moves. International Master Gary Lane uses his teaching skill and experience to present a fun but educational puzzle book that helps players develop recognition of tactical combinations. Over 400 puzzles are presented to allow players of all levels - from novices upwards - to improve their game. Hours of enjoyment and entertainment are to be gained from trying to solve these puzzles and youll end up a better chess player at the end of it.

A follow up to Chess for Children, this is a very imaginative way of building up your childrens knowledge and interest in chess through a series of fun chess games and activities. The same two cheeky children, Jess and Jamie, talk though the games in language that kids would relate to and this time they are joined by their friends Harry and Marnie so that group chess games can be explored.The book includes puzzles and games, some easy variants of chess, and a guess-the-next move section, along with revision pages to help remind children of the chess basics. All are accompanied by easy-to-read chess boards and fun illustrations.Chess in schools and clubs is growing all the time and our author is a leading light in kids chess, teaching at many London schools, including Dulwich College.The book works well as a companion to the earlier book, Chess for Children, but also as a standalone activity book. Whether your child is just beginning to learn chess or already immersed in the subject, this book will help encourage their interest and love of the subject. A great book for both parents and teachers. Suitable for children aged 7 and up.

This title, suitable for both novices and children, allows readers to find the right way to deliver a checkmate in one, two or more moves from hundreds of positions provided by the author. By tackling these puzzles, they can begin to think like chessplayers and visualize, calculate and advance.