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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.

Objev podobné jako Winning Chess - Irving Chernev, Fred Reinfeld

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 it’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 history’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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Play Winning Chess is an enthusiastic introduction to chess that will transform you into a veritable gladiator of the chessboard. Seirawan begins by explaining piece movement, chess notation, the rules of play and basic tactics. His examples, question-and-answer sections, psychological hints, and lively sample games help you learn strategies and play aggressively while having fun. Discovering how to engage in clever attacks and subtle defenses will take you beyond the thrill of competition into the realm of creative art. Play Winning Chess is exuberant and conversational, enlivened by personal anecdotes and fascinating historical details.

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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.

Objev podobné jako A Guide to Chess Improvement - Dan Heisman

Great leaders embrace a higher purpose to win. The Net Promoter System shines as their guiding star.Few management ideas have spread so far and wide as the Net Promoter System (NPS). Since its conception almost two decades ago by customer loyalty guru Fred Reichheld, thousands of companies around the world have adopted it—from industrial titans such as Mercedes-Benz and Cummins to tech giants like Apple and Amazon to digital innovators such as Warby Parker and Peloton.Now, Reichheld has raised the bar yet again. In Winning on Purpose, he demonstrates that the primary purpose of a business should be to enrich the lives of its customers. Why? Because when customers feel this love, they come back for more and bring their friends—generating good profits. This is NPS 3.0 and it puts a new take on the age-old Golden Rule—treat customers the way you would want a loved one treated—at the heart of enduring business success. As the compelling examples in this book illustrate, companies with superior NPS consistently deliver higher returns to shareholders across a wide array of industries.But winning on purpose isn''t easy. Reichheld also explains why many NPS practitioners achieve just a small fraction of the system''s full potential, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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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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The Dutch World of Washington Irving tells an alternative origin story of American literary culture. In December of 1809, before finding fame with "Rip Van Winkle" and "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow," Washington Irving published his satirical A History of New York, from the Beginning of the World to the End of the Dutch Dynasty under the pseudonym Diedrich Knickerbocker. Elisabeth Paling Funk explains that the History of New York and the Hudson Valley folktales that followed were part of an early trend of responding to the national desire for a historical record. Funk argues that these works uniquely describe this part of the American scene in the period of the Early Republic and bring forward the Dutch strain in its history and culture. Funk explores what the young Irving would have read, heard, and observed during his early life and career in New York City, once part of the former colony of New Netherland, where he was surrounded by Dutch-speaking neighbors and relatives and Dutch literature. Based on these sources, The Dutch World of Washington Irving argues that Irving's Knickerbocker works—not only his History but also his Hudson Valley stories—represent a crucial effort to preserve Dutch life and folk ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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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'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 ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Nástěnné svítidlo MAYTONI Irving T163-01-R – Elegantní spojení mosazi a sklaObjevte nadčasový design a precizní zpracování v podobě nástěnného svítidla MAYTONI Irving T163-01-R. Tato svítidla jsou ideální volbou pro moderní i industriálně laděné interiéry, kde vynikne kombinace centrálního mosazného rámu a skleněného difuzoru v exkluzivním jantarovém odstínu.Klíčové vlastnosti a výhody Nastavitelná výška – snadno přizpůsobíte požadovanému směru světla Kvalitní materiály – spojení odolného kovu a skla pro dlouhou životnost Elegantní design – diskrétní kovový rám a variabilní barvy stínidla (čirá, kouřově šedá, oranžová) Vysoká kompatibilita – patice E27 pro široké spektrum žárovek Bezpečnost a spolehlivost – ochrana IP20 a třída ochrany ITechnické specifikace Výška: 270 mm (nastavitelná) Šířka / Průměr: 200 mm Délka: 250 mm Hmotnost: 0,9 kg Materiál: kov / sklo Barva: jantar / černá Počet světelných zdrojů: 1 Patice: E27 (žárovka není součástí balení) Příkon: max. 40W Napětí: 230V Krytí: IP20 (vhodné do suchých interiérů) Kolekce: IrvingInspirujte se a dolaďte svůj interiérNástěnné svítidlo MAYTONI Irving T163-01-R je dokonalou volbou pro útulné osvětlení obývacích pokojů, ložnic, chodeb nebo stylových kaváren. Skleněné stínítko v jantarovém provedení navozuje hřejivou atmosféru a v kombinaci s retro žárovkou typu Edison vytvoří jedinečný vizuální efekt.Tip na instalaci a údržbu Doporučujeme použít LED žárovku pro ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Do začátku devadesátých let byl David Irving jedním z nejprodávanějších historiků, který se zabýval obdobím II. světové války. V roce 2000 však prohrál dlouho trvající soud s Deborah Lipstadt, která měla o Irvingovi prohlásit, že popírá holocaust. David Irving byl po prohraném soudu nucen zaplatit soudní výdaje proti straně, které čítaly bezmála dva miliony liber. Po této soudní aféře byl na Irvinga vytvářen stále větší tlak, který na něj byl vyvíjen soustavně od sepsání jeho „kontroverzní“ knihy Hitlerova válka. Tato kniha má údajně bagatelizovat některé zločiny, kterých se měli dopustit příslušníci nacistického Německa v období let 1933-1945.Kriminál vypráví o netradiční životní epizodě autora, který byl nucen strávit více jak rok v rakouském vězení Josefstadt. Důvod k zadržení a zatčení byla více jak 15 let stará přednáška před rakouským obecenstvem, kde se měl historik dopustit popírání holocaustu. Při další možné návštěvě Vídně v roce 2005 (kde měl historik přednášet před studenty) byl Irving zadržen policií a poté umístěn na vazbu.Autor knihy byl posléze odsouzen ke tří letům vězení pro trestný čin popírání holocaustu (zákon z roku 1945, který je schválen za stalinistické éry Rakouska). Skoro sedmdesátiletý Irving se ve vězení potkává s lidmi z různých společenských vrstev. Jak s lidmi z ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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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? ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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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 child’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 ’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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Improve your chess by studying the greatest games of all time, from Adolf Anderssen''s ''Immortal Game'' to Magnus Carlsen''s world championship victories, and featuring a foreword by five-times World Champion Vishy Anand.This book is written by an all-star team of authors. Wesley So is the reigning Fischer Random World Champion, the 2017 US Champion and the winner of the 2016 Grand Chess Tour. Michael Adams has been the top British player for the last quarter of a century and was a finalist in the 2004 FIDE World Championship. Graham Burgess is the author of thirty books, a former champion of the Danish region of Funen, and holds the world record for marathon blitz chess playing. John Nunn is a three-time winner of both the World Solving Championship and the British Chess Federation Book of the Year Award. John Emms is an experienced chess coach and writer, who finished equal first in the 1997 British Championship and was chess columnist of the Young Telegraph.The 145 greatest chess games of all time, selected, analysed, re-evaluated and explained by a team of British and American experts and illustrated with over 1,100 chess diagrams. Join the authors in studying these games, the cream of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Kids will learn how to master the basics of the classic board game in this fun beginner’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 – 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. They’ll meet the chess player who didn’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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Irving loves to play with his toy dinosaurs and uses his ear defenders when he''s in noisy places. When Irving''s dad takes him to a summer activity group, he encourages Irving to make a new friend. Diya is also very quiet, but she knows lots about names and what they mean. Soon the two children bond over Iriving''s dinosaurs and both are happy to have found a new friend. (Letter-sounds featured: /or/ au aw /ar/ al long /oo/ /oa/ -ou short /oo/ -oul ) Irving''s New Friend is part of the Rocket Phonics systematic synthetic phonics programme from Reading Planet. Rocket Phonics ensures that every child achieves phonics success. This fully-decodable Target Practice reading book provides focused practice of a small group of letter-sounds. The book also includes useful notes and activities to support reading in school and at home as well as comprehension questions to check understanding. Reading age: 5-6.

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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 ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Batsford’s Chess Bible is a landmark, full-colour chess instruction book, ideal for both beginners and more experienced players wanting to improve their game. The book takes the form of a course, with quick-start guides to help to retain the information you’ve learned and puzzle sections for you to test yourself as you go. To illustrate more advanced strategy and tactics, author Sean Marsh uses world-class chess ‘heroes’, such as Anatoly Karpov and Mikhail Tal, to bring the concepts to life. Essential topics include:Pieces and Moves: the very basics, covering the chessboard, notation, the names of the pieces and how they move, plus an overview of chess etiquetteWhat Chess is All About: an exploration of chess culture and historyWinning, Drawing and Losing: Covers the various ways of winning at chess, and how games are drawnSix Openings for Life: Coverage of six of the best chess openings, each illustrated by a different ''chess hero''Tactical Weapons: An examination of forks, pins, skewers and other tactical devices, followed by illustrative games from Tactical Hero Mikhail TalPositional Play: Looks at good and bad positions, plus the art of planning, seen through the games of Positional Hero Tigran PetrosianHuman Factors: Typical mistakes and blunders to avoidEasy ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Build new chess skills and practice key tactics with these 500 entertaining, beginner chess exercises so you can improve your game. For new chess enthusiasts who are eager to practice and grow their skills, Beginner Chess Puzzles has hundreds of puzzles to up your game! 500 puzzles take you through all the tactical motifs that beginners need to know—the fundamentals (including capturing and defending pieces), tactics (forks, pins, and skewers, discovered attacks and checks, and removing the defense), and checkmate patterns. Including the basic instructions for how to solve chess puzzles, Beginner Chess Puzzles is packed with clear and detailed explanations of each key tactical motif and pattern with puzzles to practice each. As players advance through the lessons, they’ll gain confidence as puzzles gradually increase in difficulty. “Workout” sections throughout include puzzles that practice any of the skills learned up to that point; without additional information, players must detect which motifs need to be deployed—much like in an actual chess game. Clear chessboard diagrams allow players to picture every puzzle, and the detailed answer key carefully explains how to get to the best solution. Allowing new players to improve skills on their own, offline, and in a take-anywhere format, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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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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Nástěnné svítidlo Maytoni Irving T163-01-CNástěnné svítidlo z kolekce Irving od značky Maytoni představuje harmonické spojení funkčnosti a elegantního designu. Dominantou této lampy je skleněný difuzor, který je obohacen o centrální mosazný kovový rám. Tento designový prvek nejenže dodává svítidlu sofistikovaný vzhled, ale také zajišťuje rovnoměrné rozložení světla v prostoru.Technické specifikace Výška: 270 mm Šířka: 200 mm Průměr: 200 mm Délka: 250 mm Hmotnost: 900 g Ochrana IP: IP20 Třída ochrany: I Příkon světelného zdroje: 40W Celkový příkon: 40W Napětí: 230V Patice: E27 Včetně světelného zdroje: ne Materiál: kov / sklo Barva: kouřová / černá Počet světelných zdrojů: 1Designové prvkySvítidlo nabízí nastavitelnost výšky, což umožňuje přizpůsobit osvětlení podle vašich potřeb. Skleněné stínítko je dostupné ve třech barevných variantách: jasné, kouřově šedé a oranžové, což umožňuje snadno zakomponovat tento kousek do různorodých interiérových stylů. Diskrétní kovový rám pak dodává celkové kompozici moderní a elegantní vzhled.Svítidlo Maytoni Irving je ideální volbou pro ty, kteří hledají kombinaci stylu a praktičnosti v jednom produktu. Jeho univerzální design z něj činí perfektní doplněk pro jakýkoliv interiér, ať už se jedná o moderní loft nebo klasický obývací pokoj.

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Figurka - soška, postavička, sběratelská, výška 9 cm, materiál vinyl, nepohyblivá Funko POP! jsou čím dál populárnější malé vinylové figurky s ikonickým roztomilým vzhledem, který je charakterizován velkou hlavou a malým tělem postavičky. Poprvé byly představeny v roce 2010, kombinují tradiční výrobu sošek s moderními prvky a barvami a jsou uznávané i jako sběratelské předměty. Každý si v dnes už tisících figurek najde tu svoji, vyráběny jsou v mnoha různých tématech, jako jsou filmy, televizní seriály, hry, komiksy a další pop-kulturní ikony. I tato figurka, Funko POP! Cool Runnings- Irving "Irv" Blitzer, o výšce 9 cm se stane skvělým kouskem do vaší sbírky, či veselou hračkou pro vaše dítko. Klíčové vlastnosti figurky Funko POP! Cool Runnings- Irving "Irv" Blitzer Figurka Funko zaujme každého sběratele Materiálem je vinyl Funko POP! Cool Runnings- Irving "Irv" Blitzer je dekorativní soška V balení obdržíte jednu figurku Figurka Funko měří 9 cm

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John Irving, one of the world's greatest novelists, returns with his first novel in seven years - a ghost story, a love story, and a lifetime of sexual politics. In Aspen, Colorado, in 1941, Rachel Brewster is a slalom skier at the National Downhill and Slalom Championships. Little Ray, as she is called, finishes nowhere near the podium, but she manages to get pregnant.Back home, in New England, Little Ray becomes a ski instructor. Her son, Adam, grows up in a family that defies conventions and evades questions concerning the eventful past. Years later, looking for answers, Adam will go to Aspen.In the Hotel Jerome, where he was conceived, Adam will meet some ghosts; in The Last Chairlift, they aren't the first or the last ghosts he sees. John Irving has written some of the most acclaimed books of our time - among them, The World According to Garp and The Cider House Rules. A visionary voice on the subject of sexual tolerance, Irving is a bard of alternative families.In The Last Chairlift, readers will once more be in his thrall.

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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 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!

Objev podobné jako Chess Player's Bible - James Eade, Al Lawrence

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 game’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 reader’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 – or they may want to adopt traits from ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Reveal Your Chess Style - Andrew Soltis

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 ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Improve your chess by studying the greatest games of all time, from Adolf Anderssen''s ''Immortal Game'' to Anand versus Kramnik 2008, and featuring a foreword by World Champion Vishy Anand.The 125 greatest chess games of all time, selected, analysed, re-evaluated and explained by a team of British experts and illustrated with over 1,000 chess diagrams. Join the authors in studying these games, the cream of two centuries of international chess, and develop your own chess-playing skills - whatever your current standard. Instructive points at the end of each game highlight the lessons to be learned.First published in 1998, a second edition of The Mammoth Book of the World''s Greatest Chess Games in 2004 included an additional 12 games. This edition includes a further 13 games as well as some significant revisions to the analysis and information regarding other games in earlier editions of the book, facilitated by the use of a variety of chess software.

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After forty years, John Irving returns to the world of his bestselling classic novel and Academy Awardwinning film, The Cider House Rules, revisiting the orphanage in St. Cloud's, Maine, where Dr. Wilbur Larch takes in Esthera Viennese-born Jew whose life is shaped by anti-Semitism.Esther Nacht is born in Vienna in 1905.Her father dies on board the ship to Portland, Maine; her mother is murdered by anti-Semites in Portland. Dr. Larch knows it won't be easy to find a Jewish family to adopt Esther; in fact, he won't find any family who'll adopt her.When Esther is fourteen, soon to be a ward of the state, Dr. Larch meets the Winslows, a philanthropic New England family with a history of providing foster care for unadopted orphans. The Winslows aren't Jewish, but they despise anti-Semitism. Esther's gratitude for the Winslows is unending; even as she retraces her roots back to Vienna, she never stops loving and protecting the Winslows.In the final chapter, set in Jerusalem in 1981, Esther Nacht is seventy-six.John Irving's sixteenth novel is a testament to his enduring ability to weave complex characters and intricate narratives that challenge and captivate. Queen Esther is not just a story of survival but a ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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This elegant gift edition brings together Washington Irving''s five Christmas stories in a single volume, presented with a delightful gold-embossed cover design, gilded page edges and original illustrations. Originally published in 1819-20 and illustrated by Randolph Caldecott, the five stories in Old Christmas describe English traditions of Christmas and recount the festivities that Irving experienced while visiting Aston Hall, (here known as ''Bracebridge Hall''), a Jacobean mansion near Birmingham, UK. ''Christmas'' reflects on the meaning of Christmas and the ceremonies and festivities that attend it. ''The Stage Coach'' follows the protagonist as he spends Christmas eve in a small town during a coach stop. ''Christmas Eve'', ''Christmas Day'' and ''The Christmas Dinner'' recount Irving''s memories at Aston Hall, including the sumptuous banquet and joyful family time of the Christmas dinner. Featuring original black and white illustrations by Randolph Caldecott, these nostalgic recollections of Christmas traditions in 19th century England are a perfect way to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas. ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Ornate Classics are beautifully bound editions of iconic literary works across history. These compact, foil-embossed hardbacks are printed using deluxe ivory paper and make the perfect gift.

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A fun illustrated guide for beginners who want to learn about more chess! Perfect for fans of the hit Netflix show The Queen's Gambit! Chess is played on every continent and by several hundred million people. It’s the most popular board game in the world, and people of all ages love to play! In A Kid's Guide to Chess, you’ll start learn all of the basics like how the pieces move and then progress to the more complicated ideas behind the best moves for the different phases of the game. This book offers something for beginners who have never picked up a chess piece as well as more advanced instruction for experienced learners who are looking to become expert players! With this comprehensive guide, learn: • The rules of the game • Tactical moves • Openings • Vulnerable routes • The history of chess • And much more! Additionally, inside you’ll find exclusive tips from some of the world’s best chess players. These clever suggestions will help you to become a real master of chess. Imagine how much fun it will be to win a game against a classmate or—if you’re really good—maybe even your grandpa! If you’re up for ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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In Irving''s great work, The Sketch Book, fictional historian Diedrich Knickerbocker introduces us to Rip van Winkle, the Dutch colonist who slept through the Revolutionary War; Ichabod Crane, the superstitious, social-climbing schoolmaster; and the pumpkin-topped Headless Horseman, ancestor to countless horror film antiheroes. In addition to ''The Legend of Sleepy Hollow'' and ''Rip Van Winkle'', The Sketch Book touches on cultural and historical concerns that remain compelling, thanks to Irving''s modern outlook and impressive foresight.This new edition, with an introduction from Elizabeth L. Bradley, demonstrates how inextricably Irving''s writings are woven into the fabric of American culture - high and low.

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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 popular—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 ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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With these words, Washington Irving expresses the dilemma of every American artist in the nineteenth century. The Sketch-Book (1820-1) looks simultaneously towards audiences on both sides of the Atlantic, as Irving explores the uneasy relationship of an American writer to English literary traditions. He sketches a series of encounters with the cultural shrines of the parent nation, and in two brilliant experiments with tales transplanted from Europe creates the first classic American short stories, ''Rip Van Winkle'' and ''The Legend of the Sleepy Hollow''. The result was not only a hugely successful travel book; it exerted a strong formative influence on American writers from Nathaniel Hawthorne and Edgar Allan Poe to Henry James, and is well worth rediscovery in its own right today. Based on Irving''s final revision of his most popular work, this new edition includes comprehensive explanatory notes of The Sketch-Book''s sources for the modern reader. In her introduction, Susan Manning suggests that the author forged a new idiom, the ''Literary Picturesque'', to accommodate and turn to advantage his dilemma of dual literary allegiances. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World''s Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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John Irving, one of the world's greatest novelists, returns with his first novel in seven years - a ghost story, a love story, and a lifetime of sexual politics.In Aspen, Colorado, in 1941, Rachel Brewster is a slalom skier at the National Downhill and Slalom Championships. Little Ray, as she is called, finishes nowhere near the podium, but she manages to get pregnant. Back home, in New England, Little Ray becomes a ski instructor.Her son, Adam, grows up in a family that defies conventions and evades questions concerning the eventful past. Years later, looking for answers, Adam will go to Aspen. In the Hotel Jerome, where he was conceived, Adam will meet some ghosts; in The Last Chairlift, they aren't the first or the last ghosts he sees.John Irving has written some of the most acclaimed books of our time - among them, The World According to Garp and The Cider House Rules. A visionary voice on the subject of sexual tolerance, Irving is a bard of alternative families. In The Last Chairlift, readers will once more be in his thrall.

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''Chess is a staggering invention, if indeed it was invented. Maybe it just evolved. It is still evolving, now faster than ever, and Peter Doggers has traced and tracked its never-ending development with wit, vigour and insight. Nothing artificial about his intelligence'' - Sir Tim Rice''Doggers is an excellent guide . . . The Chess Revolution provides an entertaining and instructive overview of a game in the throes of reinvention'' - Financial TimesDespite being 1,500 years old, chess has never been more relevant than it is today. But how did it become the most prominent game in Western culture?Chess is arguably the greatest game ever devised. Since ancient times it has inspired writers, painters, mathematicians and scientists alike, and played an instrumental role in technological developments that have transformed society, such as artificial intelligence and the internet.In The Chess Revolution, the acclaimed Chess.com journalist Peter Doggers explores chess as a cultural phenomenon from its influence on popular culture, the arts and science to its biggest stars and most dramatic moments, culminating in its meteoric rise in the digital age and a new peak in popularity.Discover how the ''game of kings'' became the king of games.

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This book gives kids -- especially scholastic chess players - and adult improvers the tools to start their chess games with confidence -- and have fun with exciting ''weapons'' such as the Fried Liver Attack and the Center Fork Trick. These tricks can bring quick wins. But studying them also improves general chess knowledge and helps with understanding concepts such as ''rapid development'' and ''the importance of the centre''. The author, the experienced American chess coach Dean Ippolito, has trained thousands of beginners and adult improvers with his Dean of Chess Academy. He knows precisely how beginners should play the opening and what they can expect from their opponents. TRICKS, TRAPS AND TIPS IN THE CHESS OPENING is an ideal first opening manual for ambitious starters who want to take their chess to the next level. Included are over two hundred exercises.

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THE CHILLING NEW BOOK FROM BESTSELLING AUTHOR, HOWARD SOUNES THAT SHEDS NEW LIGHT ON THE FRED & ROSE WEST MURDER INVESTIGATIONSThirty years since the death of Fred West and the conviction of his wife Rose, in 1995, the West murder case exerts a magnetic fascination for true crime readers. The Wests claimed twelve victims, young women and girls including members of their own family. Nine mutilated bodies were found buried under their home at 25 Cromwell St, Gloucester, the so-called House of Horrors.Author Howard Sounes wrote the first major book about this extraordinary case, Fred & Rose, having broken stories about the investigation as a journalist. As well as being the first to use this title, which has been much copied since, he was the first to use the phrase House of Horrors, and has become the leading expert in the West case. He is the presenter of a hit podcast series about the murders; and Senior Producer on the new series for Netflix, Fred & Rose West: A British Horror Story, which he also features in. While his first book, Fred & Rose stands as a true crime classic, Sounes's new book - The Fred West Tapes - sheds ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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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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Freddy is certainly not a Teddy, but that won’t stop him from being the star of the Teddy Bears’ Picnic in this inspiring story about inclusion, friendship and staying true to yourself.Freddy is Jonah’s favourite stuffed toy, but no one knows quite what Freddy is – a funky duck, a peculiar platypus, a punk rock penguin? When Jonah’s teacher announces that they’re going to have a Teddy Bears’ Picnic, it seems that if Jonah wants to take Freddy, Freddy will have to go in disguise!Jonah and Freddy try all of their best Teddy Bear disguises, but nothing can quite cover up the fact that Freddy is a little different. What should Jonah do? He loves Freddy, but should he still take Freddy to the picnic if he doesn’t look like all the other teddies?Find out what happens when Jonah stands up for himself and for his beloved Freddy in a heart-warming story that will resonate with any child who has ever felt like they’re a little different. A celebration of inclusivity and being kind to others, Freddy the Not-Teddy will inspire young readers to express themselves just as they are!

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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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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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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 ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Many club players think that studying chess is all about cramming as much information in their brain as they can. Most textbooks support that notion by stressing the importance of always trying to find the objectively best move. As a result amateur players are spending way too much time worrying about subtleties that are really only relevant for grandmasters. Emanuel Lasker, the second and longest reigning World Chess Champion (27 years!), understood that what a club player needs most of all is common sense: understanding a set of timeless principles. Amateurs shouldnt waste energy on rote learning but just strive for a good grasp of the basic essentials of attack and defence, tactics, positional play and endgame play endgame play. Chess instruction needs to be efficient because of the limited amount of time that amateur players have available. Superfluous knowledge is often a pitfall. Lasker himself, for that matter, also studied chess considerably less than his contemporary rivals. Gerard Welling and Steve Giddins have created a complete but compact manual based on Laskers general approach to chess. It enables the average amateur player to adopt trustworthy openings, reach a sound middlegame and have a basic grasp of endgame technique. Welling ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The real secrets to winning the game of chess - and the game of lifeChess mastery has been recognized since ancient times as an unparalleled way to learn political strategy, but until now no book has explored the life lessons chess teaches and how they can transform lives. In The Tao of Chess, the author seamlessly blends the wisdom of a time-honoured spiritual quest for truth with 200 principles that will improve anyone''s chess game. By following the author''s principles, readers not only come to enjoy the game more, they develop a habit of seeking underlying truth - whether in a chess game or a real-life situation.The Tao of Chess is full of conscise advice, such as:Understanding is more important than memoryFortune favors the braveWhen you see a good move, wait and look for a better moveMistakes tend to come in bunchesTrust your intuition; it''s usually rightAuthoritative and easy to follow, this book will turn every reader into a master strategist.

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International Grandmaster Andrew Soltis brings you a foolproof guide to choosing your best next chess move, every time.There are more than 20 moves you can choose from an average position, yet Chess Masters regularly manage to select the best moves – and they do it faster, more confidently and with less calculation than other players.This practical guide, in a fully revised and updated edition of a Batsford chess classic, explains the tricks, techniques and shortcuts Masters employ to find the best way forward, at every stage of a game. Drawing on the wisdom of some of the greatest chess players of all time, with analysis from over 180 games, it covers:• Employing specific cues to identify good moves.• Streamlining analysis of the consequences of moves.• Using both objective and highly subjective criteria to find the right move – from any position.This invaluable book provides a fascinating insight into the way Chess Masters think, and is a must for all players who want to hone their decision-making skills and cultivate a killer chess instinct.

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Otvírák na lahve - materiál nerezová ocel, plast, do ruky, rozměry 5 × 8 × 10 cm (V׊×H) Pokud máte rádi originální kuchyňské doplňky, neměl by vám chybět otvírák lahví s korunkovým uzávěrem FRED Beer Monster. Nebojácná příšerka si kdykoli poradí se zátkou od vašeho oblíbeného piva nebo limonády. Veselý design otvíráku FRED Beer Monster pobaví celou rodinu i každou návštěvu. Krátký ocásek funguje zároveň jako stojánek, příšerka proto může potěšit i jako netradiční ozdoba stolu. Otvírák lahví s korunkovým uzávěrem FRED Beer Monster pro americkou značku FRED navrhla Liz Goulet Dubois. Klíčové vlastnosti otvíráku lahví s korunkovým uzávěrem FRED Beer MonsterOriginální design potěší celou rodinu i každou návštěvuNebojácný otvírák FRED Beer Monster si poradí s uzávěrem vašeho oblíbeného pivaVyroben z plastu a z nerezové oceliPro americkou značku FRED navrhla Liz Goulet DuboisDíky krátkém ocásku můžete otvírák FRED Beer Monster postavit i na...

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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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Five Nights at Freddy's fanswon't want to miss this collection of three chilling stories thatwill haunt even the bravest FNAF player...What are you running from? . . . Sam is afraid of just about anythingand everything that's unhealthy ever since his fatherdied . . . Something about the Springtrap costume in the roleplayingarea of Freddy Fazbears Mega Pizzaplex chills Luca to thecore . . . And Grady's fear of being trapped in small spacesmakes working as a Pizzaplex technician extremely challenging.But in the world of Five Nights at Freddy's, our deepest fears havea way of chasing us . . .In this third volume, Five Nights at Freddy's creator Scott Cawthonspins three sinister novella-length talesfrom uncharted corners of his series' canon.Readers beware: This collection of terrifying tales is enoughto rattle even the most hardened Five Nights at Freddy's fans.A pulse-pounding collection of three terrifying Five Night'sat Freddy's talesThis series features the newest, futuristic animatronics andsettings from the upcoming Freddy gamesPerfect for gamers and fans of horrorThe game has ranked #1 in Best Strategy Games, Kids Games andAction Games in the USThe Five Nights at Freddy's movie is currently in productionwith Warner Brothers

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