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The best chess book for beginner and intermediate players - Reader Review___________________________________________________________________________________Master the ancient art of chess, the game of kings, one of the world s most popular pastimes played by millions of people across the globe. The Chess Player s Bible teaches you everything you need to know about the game, including all the key moves and smart strategies to start strong and stay several steps ahead of your opponent.Providing real insight into player tactics, The Chess Player s Bible is the ideal gift for someone beginning their chess journey, or for more experienced players ready to take their skills to the next level. Learn the key techniques and classic moves of the chess masters, including basic and advanced tactics, combinations, sacrifices, and pawn structures.With over 300 examples demonstrating strategies for the opening, middle, and end phases of the game, The Chess Player s Bible will give you all the tools you need to become a grandmaster in no time at all!

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Kids will learn how to master the basics of the classic board game in this fun beginnerâ ™s guide from professional chess player James Canty III.The book is structured like a chess course, with knowledge carefully introduced as readers turn the pages â “ assisted by hilarious chess pieces illustrated by Brian Lambert. The emphasis is on fun: James Canty III uses mini games and chess puzzles to teach important concepts and avoid overwhelming beginners. Kids will learn key skills like how to play the perfect opening and trick their opponents to bring about checkmate. By the end of the book readers should be able to confidently take on their parents, guardians or grandparents in a competitive game of chess!Become a Chess Champion also introduces kids to the wonderful world of chess. Theyâ ™ll meet the chess player who didnâ ™t lose a game for 30 years, the priest who invented the folding chess board, and the astronauts on the International Space station who had a chess match with people back on Earth!As well as being great fun, chess also helps kids develop key skills such as strategising, patience, and logic, and helps them excel in school subjects such as maths.Check it out!

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Are you a Kasparov, a Carlsen or a Fischer? Use this book to identify your own unique chess style and discover how it aligns with the tactics of the gameâ ™s greatest players. Then explore tips and tricks that help you avoid pitfalls, improve your strengths and become the best player you can be.Every chess player has a naturally individual style of playing, based on the moves they like to play. Some people choose the kind of moves world champion Magnus Carlsen regularly uses, while others prefer a strategy favoured by the legendary Bobby Fischer. And some even find themselves emulating the way a chess computer works. But very few players are aware of how these moves fit together to create a consistent, personal chess style.Reveal Your Chess Style contains 100 diagrams, each with a multiple choice of possible moves for the reader to choose from. Analysing the answers will explain how the readerâ ™s choices reveal their hidden style, and which famous player they most identify with on the chessboard.A host of advice is also included, on developing the player s style further to avoid regular errors, increase skill and win more games â “ or they may want to adopt traits from other styles instead! This truly original book, from an International Grandmaster and venerable chess author, is a must-have for anyone who wants to improve their game and really get to know themselves as a chess player.

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So you re a fairly decent chess player. You compete in tournaments, you play on the Internet. But you would love to make that leap to become a chess master. What do you need to know, how much do you have to practise, and how much of the success of the masters is simply a matter of innate talent, superior brainpower or just good luck? This useful book, aimed at all chess players who aspire to become chess masters, shows you what the masters know and you don t. Written by one of our biggest-selling and best-loved chess authors, in his trademark chatty, accessible but always informative style, this book is filled with practical exercises and test games that will reveal the secrets of how to join chess s elite ranks.

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Learn how to think like a chess grandmaster . . . in just a year! Become a better chess player with the help of International Grandmaster Andrew Soltis. Soltis has selected 365 instructive short games to analyze, step by step, and then arranged them as daily lessons for players who want to reach the next level but can t devote hours to study. Each one features test-yourself quizzes and chess diagrams for visual learners, while challenging tactics appear several times so you can recognize them and understand how chess masters use them to full advantage. From Castling to Zugzwang, youÂ’ll learn something new every day!

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As the French philosopher and mathematician Blaise Pascal famously said, Chess is the gymnasium of the mind . With The Chess Lover #39;s Puzzle Book your mind is in for an amazing workout! Chess is a game of strategy, planning and problem-solving. It is deceptively simple, and learning the rules means a lifetime of intellectual challenge for adults and children, in person or online. It has lasted centuries and shows no sign of fading any time soon. Quite the opposite in fact, as during the COVID-19 pandemic, chess became even more popular, particularly online. Chess players and puzzle-solvers have a lot in common, and now that is united in this unique new puzzle publication. All the puzzles relate to chess and the culture surrounding it, from classic chess puzzles to quizzes about famous players and matches. Puzzles include: Classic chess conundrums: looking top-down at a board layout, the best move must be deduced. Wordsearch: find the chess-champion names in the grid* Crosswords: chess-themed questions and answers* Placement puzzles: certain pieces only may be placed next to other in these visual conundrums. Chess-doku: An original take on Sudoku: chess piece symbols. Logic grids: Clues are given and puzzlers must fill in a grid and work out the missing answers using logic. Visual puzzles: A square with a variety of chess pieces in it. One is duplicated, can you spot it? Other visual puzzles include Odd one out, Logic sequences and Spot the Difference. Chess-code and other word puzzles: Chess pieces are substituted for letters; to solve the puzzle you must work out which is which. Other word puzzles include anagrams, missing letters and word jumbles. Chess quizzes: great players, famous moves and epic matches all feature.

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Take your first steps towards mastering the world s greatest game - and understand tactics, improve your game and outwit your opponents! From the history of chess and the aim of the game to essential tactics and taking your skills even further in clubs, tournaments, and championships, Chess for Beginners covers it all. Before explaining techniques, this chess guide gives you the lowdown on each piece to boost your understanding of its value, power and importance. Then different chessboard graphics illustrate different scenarios, so you can visualise different moves and their potential outcomes and learn the best move to make in any given situation to get to endgame and checkmate.This ultimate chess book for children offers: Content written by International Master and chess tutor Michael Basman, founder of the UK Chess - - Challenge - the world s largest children s chess tournament. A guide suitable for beginners and children of all ages, including players in school chess clubs around the world. Chess board graphics that show how to apply the principles you learn in real-life game situations. Do you know your bishops from your knights? Or when castling is the best move? How about the best way to counter the Queen s Gambit? The rules of chess may seem a little daunting for beginner players. In Chess for Beginners, international master and renowned chess tutor Michael Basman shows you everything you need to know to improve your tactics and win more games.

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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 childâ ™s 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 â ™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.

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Educated meets The Queen s Gambit in this extraordinary memoir by International Master and Chess.com co-founder Danny Rensch, who describes his upbringing in an abusive cult - and how chess ended up saving his lifeBorn into the Church of Immortal Consciousness, Danny Rensch spent his childhood navigating the isolated confines of a cult. Despite psychological manipulation, physical abuse, and neglect, he persevered. An international chess master and world-class commentator, Rensch s remarkable journey led him to being the face of Chess.com, one of the largest online gaming platforms in the world. With unflinching honesty, Rensch recounts his life, starting from the moment he discovered chess in the summer of 1995, all the way up to being at the center of the most explosive cheating scandal in chess history. He chronicles the traumas of being special in a cult that forced separation from his mother. Mentored by an alcoholic, Russian chess master, he found solace alongside suffering in his obsession for an ancient game, and chess became his only escape. Rensch rose through the chess ranks until a medical emergency nearly took him out of the game forever. And it almost did, until Chess.com came along. Deeply heartfelt, keenly reflective, and haunting, Dark Squares is the never-before-told story of Danny Rensch s resilience, survival, and his enduring love for the game that saved him.

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Want to play chess like a champ? Dummies can help. From Netflix s ⠜The Queen⠙s Gambit⠝ to podcasts, virtual and mobile gaming, and beyond, chess is back in a big way. But, with all those kings, queens, and knights, chess can be a royal pain to grasp. Chess For Dummies is here to help beginners wrap their minds around the rules of the game, make sense of those puzzling pieces, and sharpen their chess strategy such that even Paul Morphy would be impressed. You⠙ll learn the laws of chess, its lingo, and engage in the art of the attack with the easy-to-follow, step-by-step explanations found in the latest edition of Chess For Dummies. Whether you⠙re playing chess online, in a tournament, or across the dining room table with a family member or friend, this hands-on guide is sure to capture your interest (and your opponent s queen), getting you up to speed on the game and its components and giving you the know-how you need to put the principles of play into action from the opening to the endgame. Grasp the rules of play and the nuances of each phase of the game Familiarize yourself with the pieces and the board Pick the perfect chess set and chessboard for you Get to know each of the pieces and their powers If you feel like you⠙re in a stalemate before you even begin a game, Chess For Dummies is your guide to forcing moves, raking bishops, and skewering your opponents like a true champion.

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Build new chess skills and practice key tactics with these 500 entertaining, intermediate chess exercises for skilled chess players to improve their game. For practiced chess enthusiasts who are eager to grow their skills even further, Intermediate Chess Puzzles has hundreds of puzzles to up your game! Through 500 puzzles, you’ll learn motifs that will take intermediate players’ games to the next level—including advanced tactics, combinations, and defending against an opponent’s attacks. Basic instructions for how to solve chess puzzles are covered, then chapters take players through increasingly complex motifs with puzzles to practice each. Workout sections throughout include puzzles that practice any of the skills learned up to that point; without additional information, players must detect which motifs will need to be deployed—much like in an actual chess game. Clear chess board diagrams allow you to picture every puzzle, and the detailed answer key carefully explains how to get to the best solution. Allowing practiced players to further improve their skills on their own, offline, and in a take-anywhere format, Intermediate Chess Puzzles is the perfect gift for chess fanatics of any age!

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The joy of chess lies in its endless possibilities. With each move, you immerse yourself in a world of strategy, calculation and creativity. Every game presents a unique challenge, testing playersÂ’ intellect and intuition to the maximum. Chess is also known for its ornate and beautiful pieces as much as it is for strategy and tactics. Even many people who donÂ’t play will often display a polished wooden set in their homes. Chess offers a compact, accessible introduction to the pieces, classic sets and basic moves of this supreme game of strategy. Learn about the Staunton chess pattern, which provides a model for most modern chess sets; marvel at the Isle of Lewis chess pieces, which offer a fascinating insight into the culture and wider connections of medieval Scotland; and understand how skilled players use pawns to control the centre of the board. The book also includes features on some of the great players and classic games of the modern era. Beautifully produced in traditional Chinese binding with 100 illustrations and photographs, Chess will fascinate anyone interested in the material culture of one of the worldÂ’s oldest and most widely played games. A beautifully packaged gift using classic Chinese binding Includes more than 100 illustrations and photographs Offers an accessible, high-quality guide to chess pieces, sets and classic moves

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Set yourself up for success by understanding the art of the chess opening Chess Openings For Dummies helps beginning and intermediate chess players improve their game by making the first few moves count. With a strong opening, you can dictate the flow of the game, control the center, and keep your king safe. This book shows you how to make tactical early moves that put you on a strong footing for the rest of the game. Chess master James Eade shares his expert knowledge for coming out triumphant in open, semi-open, closed, and semi-closed games. Plus, you ll discover the perks of advancing with flank openings and learn the major mistakes to avoid. Learn the importance of online competitions, computers, and faster-paced chess events and their impact on the game. In language anyone can understand, this Dummies guide helps you gain a strategic advantage in chess. Discover the most effective openings for open and closed gamesAdvance your game with new and advanced opening techniquesLearn why certain openings have become more popularâ ”and why you should use themGain the upper hand in the first few moves and keep opponents on their toes Looking to improve your chess openings? Chess Openings For Dummies makes it easy.

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Learn the art of the checkmate from Bobby Fischer, chess grandmaster. Through practice problems and exercises, you ll learn tactics and strategies to master the art of the checkmate. Perfect for all chess players beginner to advanced; from those just learning the game to experienced players trying to improve, every chess student will learn more about the game. This book is the definitive way to learn how to play chess, or to master more complex chess strategies. It s a must-have for any chess library. This book teaches through a programmed learning method: It asks you a question. If you give the right answer, it goes on to the next question. If you give the wrong answer, it tells you why the answer is wrong and tells you to go back and try again. It is helpful, informative, and a fun, hands-on way of learning chess.

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A terrific work that is particularly suited for those from beginner to club player JOHN WATSON, The Week in ChessThe fully revised and updated award-winning, bestselling, classic chess book by FIDE Master and chess world-record holder, Graham Burgess.Comprehensive and clear, this fully revised and updated fourth edition of Graham Burgess s bestselling chess classic is an invaluable guide to help any player progress to good club level and better. It provides a complete guide to the main chess openings along with hundreds of test positions for players at every level. This new edition includes:Expanded and updated sections on playing online chess and using computers.A complete and detailed guide to all the main chess openings.Hundreds of new training exercises for players of all standards.Courses in tactics, attacking strategy, combinations and endgames.Analysis of some of the greatest games ever played.Information and advice on club, national, and international tournaments.A comprehensive A-Z glossary of chess terminology.Practical advice and information for further study.New sections on endgame studies and problems, with all examples from 2020 or 2021.

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*THE STRATEGIES BEHIND A SUCCESSFUL LIFE FROM THE LEGENDARY GRANDMASTER, NOW WITH A NEW FOREWORD* In this book, chess is a teacher, and I aim to show it is a great one. For over twenty years, Garry Kasparov dominated the world of chess. As the youngest ever undisputed World Champion, known for confounding his opponents at every move and breaking record after record, Kasparov was asked the same question time and time again: what makes a champion?Drawing on a wealth of revealing and instructive stories, from the most intense moments of his greatest games to the world-changing decisions of history s greatest strategists such as Winston Churchill and Steve Jobs, Kasparov reveals the strategic ways of thinking that always give a player - in the game of life as well as chess - the edge.PRAISE FOR GARRY KASPAROV I ve never seen someone with such a feel for dynamics in complex positions - Magnus Carlsen, World Chess Champion There is nothing in chess he has been unable to deal with - Vladimir Kramnik, Chess Grandmaster Mr. Kasparov is not only one of the world s smartest men, he is also among its bravest. - Hillel Neuer, executive director of UN Watch

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Learn chess the fun way and add firepower to your chess strategies with this beginner s guide to the world s most popular game of skill.From the opening move to checkmate, How to Play Chess is an easy-to-follow guide to achieve grandmaster greatness. Perfect for children aged 8-13, this companion explains chess tactics and strategies in simple language supported by amazing 3D images. Starting with basic terms and techniques, this book will make you a chess champion and teach you master tips to impress your opponents.How to Play Chess is a practical and fun companion to learning the world s oldest and most popular game of skill.

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In this heartfelt picture book, a shy kid s dad teaches him how to play chess... and chess gives him the confidence to make a new friend.When Auggie finds an old chessboard that once belonged to his grandfather, he decides he wants to learn how to play chess. And his dad, his Tata^, is happy to teach him. They ve just moved to a new town, and Auggie is struggling to make friends at his new school. In the big, busy hallways, he feels like a tiny pawn. But after every hard day at school, he can t wait to play chess with his dad. Slowly, slowly, he gets better at the game... until he can beat Tata!Then, Auggie finds a chessboard in his classroom. When he sees that another boy looks interested in it, he knows just what to do: he can teach Luke how to play chess, too!Here is a moving father-son story that shows how chess helps one boy feel at home in a new environment.

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Chess is a bit like doing magic.The pieces come alive and you re the magician.You get to move them where you like, within the rules of the game.Cool, huh? So let me take you back to the very beginning and show you how it s done...Discover why the world s first Black Grandmaster Maurice Ashley thinks that chess is one of the best skills in life. Follow him on a journey from the Bronx to a world stage where he has taught thousands of young people the life philosophies of the game.Packed with step-by-step skills and oozing with passion, these little handbooks are for any young reader who loves life.This practical biographical handbook for readers 6+ offers:-A child-friendly, joy-filled introduction to the game of chess-Inspirational words and advice from the first Black Grandmaster, Maurice Ashley-Step-by-step instructions on how to play the game of chess-Explanatory pictures of basic and advanced chess skillsWith fun-filled, engaging illustrations from Denis Angelov, and in the words of Maurice Ashley, this is the perfect book to inspire children to find their life s passion.This book is in an exciting new series that celebrates the magic of life skills that bring joy, and the heroes who made them their passion.More in the SeriesThe Life-changing Magic of Chess is part of the Life-changing Magic series, beginner s guides to skills that bring joy, written by real-life heroes who made them their passion. Complete the series with Olympic medalist Sky Brown in The Life-changing Magic of Skateboarding, world famous musician Nandi Bushell in The Life-changing Magic of Baking, and social media sensation baker Joy Wilson in The Life-changing Magic of Baking.

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Chess world champion Mirko Czentovic is travelling on an ocean liner to Buenos Aires. Dull-witted in all but chess, he entertains himself on board by allowing others to challenge him in the game, before beating each of them and taking their money. But there is another passenger with a passion for chess: Dr B, previously driven to insanity during Nazi imprisonment by the chess games in his imagination.But in agreeing to take on Czentovic, what price will Dr B ultimately pay? A moving portrait of one man s madness, The Royal Game: a chess story is a searing examination of the power of the mind and the evil it can do.

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Georgy Lisitsin (1909-72) was a respected Soviet master, theoretician and writer. In 1958 he published a revised edition of his most ambitious work, entitled Strategy and Tactics of Chess, which became one of the most legendary manuals in the Soviet chess school, and no doubt one of the books that motivated the young Bobby Fischer to learn Russian.Lisitsin broke down Strategy and Tactics into their key constituent elements, enabling players of all levels to study chess systematically, learning from carefully selected game fragments and studies. Key Elements of Chess Strategy and its companion volume Key Elements of Chess Tactics are the first ever complete English translations of Lisitsin s classic.In this volume, Lisitsin breaks down the Foundations of Strategy into categories such as piece placement, exchanges, weaknesses and prophylaxis, followed by a section on Devising a Strategic Plan, including concepts such as blockading, undermining, the initiative, pawn chains, and planning in the opening.

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Stolní hra - strategická a logická hra, pro 2 hráče, vhodné od 7 let Skvělá zábava pro každého milovníka šachu! Šachový počítač Millennium Chess Genius je určen jak pro začátečníky, tak pokročilé, a to díky možnosti nastavení úrovně od jednoduché až po tu nejtěžší hodnou turnajového hráče. Chess Genius je vybaven senzorovou deskou a podsvíceným LCD displejem. Tato chytrá stolní hra nabízí více jak 20 000 pozic zahájení. Hráč si může nastavit celkový čas na hru či využít návrhů alternativních tahů na displeji. Šachový počítač hráči napomáhá upozorňováním na špatné tahy. Je vhodný i na cesty díky provozu na 3 tužkové baterie AA, které jsou součástí balení. Klíčové vlastnosti šachového počítače nbsp;Millennium Chess GeniusNabízí nastavení úrovně od začátečníka až po turnajového hráčeŠachový počítač je vybaven senzorovou deskou a podsvíceným LCD displejem pro skvělý zážitek ze hryMožnost nastavení celkového času na hru nbsp;Chess Genius umožňuje...

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Stolní hra - strategická a logická hra, pro 2 hráče, vhodné od 7 let Skvělá zábava pro každého milovníka šachů! Šachový počítač Millennium Chess Genius PRO je určen jak pro začátečníky, tak pokročilé, a to díky možnosti nastavení úrovně od jednoduché až po tu nejtěžší hodnou turnajového hráče. Chess Genius PRO je vybaven senzorovou deskou a podsvíceným LCD displejem. Tato chytrá stolní hra nabízí více jak 50 000 pozic zahájení. Hráč si může nastavit celkový čas na hru či využít návrhů alternativních tahů na displeji. Šachový počítač hráči napomáhá upozorňováním na špatné tahy. Je vhodný i na cesty díky provozu na 3 tužkové baterie AA, které jsou součástí balení Klíčové vlastnosti šachového počítače nbsp;Millennium Chess Genius PRONabízí nastavení úrovně od začátečníka až po turnajového hráčeŠachový počítač je vybaven senzorovou deskou a podsvíceným LCD displejem pro skvělý zážitek ze hryMožnost nastavení celkového času na hru nbsp;Chess...

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Written by Grandmaster Daniel King, How To Win At Chess introduces each piece and its moves, explains key principles such as check and how to open a game, before exploring tricks such as forks, pins and skewers. With a fresh, contemporary new design, itâ ™s packed with graded test positions and training exercises to help young players improve their game as they progress through the book. Whatâ ™s more, readers can brush up on the fascinating history of chess, with features on legendary matches and the greatest players, including the current world champion, Magnus Carlsen.Chess has been revolutionized in recent years â “ thanks to the success of Netflixâ ™s world-beating The Queenâ ™s Gambit, the rise of chess streaming on Twitch, the desire for self-improvement during lockdown, and the global appeal of Magnus Carlsen, the youngest player ever to top the world rankings â “ and its newfound popularity with young and old alike shows no sign of waning.

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Introducing Little Clothbound Classics: irresistible, mini editions of short stories, novellas and essays from the world s greatest writers, designed by the award-winning Coralie Bickford-SmithCelebrating the range and diversity of Penguin Classics, they take us from snowy Japan to springtime Vienna, from haunted New England to a sun-drenched Mediterranean island, and from a game of chess on the ocean to a love story on the moon. Beautifully designed and printed, these collectible editions are bound in colourful, tactile cloth and stamped with foil.A group of passengers on a cruise ship challenge the world chess champion to a match. At first, they crumble, until they are helped by whispered advice from a stranger in the crowd - a man who will risk everything to win. Stefan Zweig s acclaimed novella Chess is a disturbing, intensely dramatic depiction of obsession and the price of the past.

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540 chess puzzle positions to solve.Think like a grandmaster with this ultimate test of chess skill, drawn from the pages of The Times. Byron Jacobs challenges you to find the critical move that turned the tide or sealed the win. Pit your wits against the likes of Kasparov, Carlsen and other elite players. Can you spot the breakthrough they found?Whether you re sharpening your tactics or looking for a daily brain workout, this collection of puzzles will train your eye, stretch your mind, and deepen your understanding of the game.· Aimed at chess players looking to improve their game strategy· Positions drawn from tournament games between top players· Commentary on each scenario

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An International Master s instructive guide to essential tactical strategies and positions in chess. A comprehensive book from the Swedish International Master Thomas Engqvist for understanding the most important tactical chess positions in the opening of a game, the middle game and the endgame. It cuts to the chase on the must useful tactical positions at each stage of the game. Knowing the positions is one thing but this experienced coach shows you how to create them, even out of nothing, in the spirit of Tal and Alekhine.It covers other important facets of tactical play, including calculation (how to calculate with the help of stepping stones), attacking play such as defence and counter attack, and even psychological tactics. Each numbered position can be seen as a test-yourself quiz (with answers given below the diagrams) to help cement tactical understanding. Since it s advisable to revise the positions from time to time, this book can be your life-long companion, enabling you to dramatically increase your tactical chess understanding. The perfect guide for players who want to reach a higher level but don t have time to spend hours every week on less productive study.

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A playbook for decoding unspoken rules of work culture and accelerating up the corporate ladderEvery workplace operates on a set of unwritten norms that shape its internal culture. While business schools and management programs can provide excellent training in finance, marketing, strategy, and research methods, they rarely prepare students for how to discern these unspoken rules that are crucial for career mobility. Mastering the Corporate Chess Game is a playbook for deciphering these workplace norms, especially in the formative stages of one s career. Through an inspiring collection of relatable experiences, this book equips readers with the tools and mind-set to make their own moves as they advance in their organizations. Contributors from a variety of business sectors share personal stories that reflect on their early career challenges, beginning with particular puzzles or obstacles and culminating in a solution or a pivotâ ”sometimes several in one career. Despite not knowing the norms, not knowing how to seek guidance, and not being prepared for frustration, each of these successful professionals provides practical strategies for decoding the unwritten rules of the workplace. Whether switching companies, transitioning fields, or launching entrepreneurial ventures, they reveal proactive steps for figuring out the rules of the corporate chess game. Mastering the Corporate Chess Game will benefit young professionals eager to understand workplace dynamics, forge meaningful connections, and build collaborative teams.

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Having learnt the basic moves, how exactly should a player improve?In this much loved classic, Irving Chernev explains 33 complete games in detail, telling the reader the reason for every single move. Playing through these games and explanations gives a real insight into the power of the pieces and how to post them most effectively.Chernev thoughtfully explains the decision-making process and contextual meaning behind each move as itâ ™s made. This makes it easy to follow along and reap the rewards of his wisdom, assimilating what makes a bad move, a good move, or a winning move.Learn how to strengthen your abilities through the power of positional play, and how to appreciate the consequences of actions made or not made on the board, with this enduring bestseller from one of historyâ ™s most highly regarded chess writers, passed down from generation to generation of players as one of the greatest chess texts of all time.

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One of the finest chess books ever written, now in the revised algebraic edition. The author expounds both the basic principles and the most complex forms of attack on the king. A study of this masterpiece will add power and brilliance to any chess enthusiast #39;s play.

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A fun, write-in book packed with brain-teasing puzzles, useful facts and clever tips that show how to play chess and improve your game. Some of the puzzles are answered using chess-piece stickers and all the answers are at the back of the book. Simple puzzles show how to use the pieces, with more tricky puzzles on tactics and checkmates.

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When it is discovered that the reigning world chess champion, Mirko Czentovic, is on board a cruiser heading for Buenos Aires, a fellow passenger challenges him to a game. Czentovic easily defeats him, but during the rematch a mysterious Austrian, Dr B., intervenes and, to the surprise of everyone, helps the underdog obtain a draw. When, the next day, Dr B. confides in a compatriot travelling on the same ship and decides to reveal the harrowing secret behind his formidable chess knowledge, a chilling tale of imprisonment and psychological torment unfolds.Stefan Zweigâ ™s last and most famous story, â ˜A Game of Chessâ ™ was written in exile in Brazil and explores its authorâ ™s anxieties about the situation in Europe following the rise of the Nazi regime. The tale is presented here in a brand-new translation, along with three of the master storytellerâ ™s most acclaimed novellas: Twenty-four Hours in the Life of a Woman, The Invisible Collection and Incident on Lake Geneva.

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This is the perfect introduction to chess for children from the age of seven upwards. The book contains 30 short lessons, starting with learning about the board and the pieces, then the moves of each piece in turn, then the vital concepts of check, checkmate and stalemate, and finally basic strategy and thinking skills. Quizzes and puzzles reinforce what the children learn.The book uses the characters of the 7-year-old twins Sam and Alice who are always arguing and fighting. They decide to join the army where they are told about an impending invasion of aliens from the planet Caïssa. The outcome of the invasion will be decided by a game of living chess. During their lessons they learn about the battlefield and the different types of soldier and get to play the part of each in turn.

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Want to learn chess? Not sure where to start?Go from beginner to winner quicker than you ever imagined with this simple-to-follow guide!Chess streaming sensation Kévin Bordi and FIDE master Samy Robin introduce you to a world of fun and excitement. Drawing on their experiences and unique playing style, they demystify the rules of the games, arm you with winning tactics and propel you towards success.With more than 450 annotated illustrations, you will gain invaluable tips and tricks to refine your strategies and finally understand what is going on in the heads of champions.

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Winning Chess is a classic, beloved for more than 40 years. This updated edition, now in algebraic format, remains as lively, conversational, and appealing as ever. Written by two extremely popular chess authors, it s aimed at advanced beginners and intermediates eager to take their game to a new level. Its imaginative themes and instructional method are timeless, along with its sense of fun and humor.

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The best chess journalist in the world explores why, after 1,500 years of existence, chess has never been more relevant than now.

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This book features the very best of Dan Heisman s multi-award winning chess column Novice Nook and is full of valuable instruction, insight and practical advice on a wide range of key chess subjects.

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Autorádio - bez mechaniky, výkon zesilovače 4×45 W, velikost 2 DIN, operační systém Android, dotykový displej, ekvalizér, FM/AM tuner, RDS, DAB/DAB+, slot pro SD karty, Bluetooth, GPS, mikrofon, podporuje formát MP3, FLAC, AAC, WAV, WMA a APE, podpora Apple a Android zařízení, mikrofon, USB kabel a AUX kabel součástí balení Autorádio nbsp;Vordon Player pro VW Tiguan 2017-2021 Potřebujete vybavit vaše vozidlo kvalitním přehrávačem? Autorádio Vordon Player pro VW Tiguan 2017-2021 se systémem Android Auto a CarPlay vám perfektně poslouží na kratších, ale i dlouhých cestách. Hudbu získáte nejen z dostupných rádiových stanic, ale také z vašeho telefonu za pomoci funkce Bluetooth. Na LCD obrazovce autorádia Vordon Player můžete promítat třeba film spolujezdci, nebo zapnout přehlednou navigaci. Bluetooth propojeníMezi jednu z nejvyhledávanějších funkcí autorádia Vordon Player je zaručeně Bluetooth propojení s...

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Herní doplněk / DLC - elektronická licence, klíč pro Steam, žánr: Strategie, pro uplatnění je vyžadována základní hra nbsp;Worms Ultimate Mayhem „Multi-player Pack“ přináší 5 nových, fantastických multiplayerových map pro celou řadu modů. „Multi-player Pack“ dále obsahuje šest nových achievementů.VypnutoWorms Ultimate Mayhem „Multi-player Pack“ přináší 5 nových, fantastických multiplayerových map pro celou řadu modů. „Multi-player Pack“ dále obsahuje šest nových achievementů.Nejde o samostatně hratelný produkt. Ke spuštění je vyžadována hra Worms™: Ultimate Mayhem (Steam verze).Obsah balíčku1 nová multiplayerová mapa „Towering Infernal“ pro téma Construction1 nová multiplayerová mapa „A Hard Day’s Knight“ pro téma Medieval1 nová multiplayerová mapa „End of the Line“ pro téma Wild West1 nová multiplayerová mapa „1001 Fights“ pro téma Arabian1 nová multiplayerová mapa „Tyranno-Sae-Us“ pro téma Jurassic6 nových achievementů

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Adidas UEFA Champions League Pro Player, 50 ml, Toaletní vody pro muže, Připravte se na vítězství s toaletní vodou Adidas UEFA Champions League Pro Player! Toaletní voda Adidas UEFA Champions League Pro Player byla vytvořena pro muže, kteří mají rádi vůně plné energie, sportovního stylu a elegance. Tato aromatická a kořenitá kompozice odráží vášeň, sílu a odhodlání, které jsou symbolem fotbalových hřišť i mimořádných výkonů. Díky svému modernímu charakteru vás doprovodí na každém kroku a zanechá nezapomenutelný dojem. Jestliže hledáte vůni, která zdůrazní váš sportovní duch a pomůže vám dosáhnout cílů, je tento produkt přesně pro vás. Hodí se nejen na běžné denní nošení, ale skvěle podtrhne i váš sebevědomý styl při speciálních příležitostech. Ideální pro každého muže, který chce vypadat i vonět sebevědomě a moderně. aromatická a kořenitá vůně perfektní na každodenní nošení i speciální události pro aktivní a sebevědomé muže Složení vůně: Vůně se otevírá osvěžujícími tóny svěžího jablka a výrazného černého pepře, které postupně přechází do podmanivého srdce tvořeného jemnou levandulí a hřejivým kardamomem. Základ vůně pak dotváří bohaté aroma tonka fazolí, dřevitě ušlechtilý cedrový olej a zemité akordy pačuli. Cypřišový olej a kouřové noty olibanum navíc přinášejí hloubku a rafinovanost, která vás naprosto pohltí. Příběh vůně: Adidas UEFA Champions League Pro Player vznikla jako oslava sportovního ducha a odhodlání překonávat hranice. Design flakonu s ikonickým logem UEFA Champions League odráží luxus i dynamiku nejprestižnější fotbalové soutěže. Tato toaletní voda je dokonalým doplňkem pro všechny, kteří chtějí vyniknout, ať už na hřišti nebo mimo něj.

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