How to Swindle in Chess (Soltis Andrew)(Paperback)

How to Swindle in Chess (Soltis Andrew)(Paperback)

An international Grandmaster explores a common, but little written about, aspect of chess: swindling. In chess, a swindle is a ruse by which a player in a losing position tricks his opponent, thus achieving a win or draw. It's a skill that involves setting traps that exploit a challenger's

Transpo Tricks in Chess (Soltis Andrew)(Paperback / softback)

A transposition in chess is a little like a bait-and-switch marketing ploy. The customer thinks he's getting a bargain on one piece of merchandise, but he ends up buying another at a much higher price. In the first book devoted to chess transpositions, New York Post columnist and acclaimed chess

Bobby Fischer Rediscovered: Revised and Updated Edition (Soltis Andrew)(Paperback)

An updated, expanded edition of the 2003 classic on one of the greatest chess geniuses who ever lived. Nearly 30 years since his last chess game, Bobby Fischer's fame continues to grow. The subject of Hollywood movies, documentaries, and bestselling books, his life and career are as fascinating as

What It Takes to Become a Grandmaster (Soltis Andrew)(Paperback)

Even an average chess player can find the same moves as a Grandmaster as much as 75 percent of the time--but only the Grandmaster can find that other 25 percent. Packed with tips, tricks, and practical exercises, this book identifies the kinds of moves and techniques that account for that

500 šachových otázek a odpovědí - Pro všechny šachisty - Andrew Soltis

Andrew Soltis, americký velmistr a jeden z nejznámějších popularizátorů šachu, shrnul své celoživotní zkušenosti s touto hrou do souboru pěti set otázek a odpovědí, které pomohou začátečníkům i těm zkušenějším stát se lepšími šachisty. Otázky jsou rozděleny do 25

500 šachových otázek a odpovědí - Andrew Soltis - e-kniha

eBook: Andrew Soltis, americký velmistr a jeden z nejznámějších popularizátorů šachu, shrnul své celoživotní zkušenosti s touto hrou do souboru pěti set otázek a odpovědí, které pomohou začátečníkům i těm zkušenějším stát se lepšími šachisty. Otázky jsou rozděleny

how and when to break the rules in chess (McDonald Neil)(Paperback)

How and when to break the rules in chess. Two great books from the Everyman Chess Library, Play Unconventional Chess and Win by Noam A. Manellla and Zeev Zohar and Break the Rules A Modern Look at Chess Strategy by Neil McDonald, brought together in one volume. The computer has changed the way top

Applying Logic in Chess (Kislik Erik)(Paperback)

Is chess a logical game? What constitutes an advantage in chess? How can we set problems and create psychologically difficult situations for the opponent? These are big questions, and Erik Kislik tackles them and others head-on in this thought-provoking, thoroughly modern, and original work. He

The Chessmaster Checklist (Soltis Andrew)(Paperback)

An instructional book about the crucial questions that masters ask themselves before committing to a move - a checklist for all players to ask themselves before making their own moves. Beginners learn to ask themselves the key questions. As they improve, they ask more sophisticated questions: 'What

Chess for Life (Sadler Matthew)(Paperback)

In this thought-provoking, wide-ranging and often inspiring book, the authors examine how chess style and abilities vary with age. The conventional wisdom is that greater experience should compensate for a loss of youthful energy, but with so many of the world elite currently in their twenties,

How to Reassess Your Chess: Chess Mastery Through Chess Imbalances (Silman Jeremy)(Paperback)

How to Reassess Your Chess has long been considered a modern classic. This 4th edition takes Silman's groundbreaking concept of imbalances to a whole new level. Designed for players in the 1400 to 2100 rating range and for teachers looking for a ready-made chess curriculum, the author shares a

An Epic Swindle: 44 Months with a Pair of Cowboys (Reade Brian)(Paperback)

AN EPIC SWINDLE is the inside story of how Liverpool FC came within hours of being re-possessed by the banks after the shambolic 44-month reign of American owners Tom Hicks and George Gillett. It is the tale of a civil war that dragged Britain's most successful football club to its knees, through

Winning Chess: How to Perfect Your Attacking Play (Chernev Irving)(Paperback)

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

My System: Winning Chess Strategies (Nimzowitsch Aron)(Paperback)

Nimzowitschs ideas about how to play better chess have had a profound influence on modern chess thinking. It is commonly agreed that almost every chess master in the world has studied Nimzowitschs

How to Win at Chess - Quickly! (Williams Simon)(Paperback)

Defensive Play (Dunnington Angus)(Paperback)

How do chess players react in the line of fire? Are they able to remain calm in a storm? Defending against a threatening attack on their own king is one of the most difficult aspects to master in chess. Yet given the frequency of such offensives, it's certainly worthwhile investing a good amount of

Andrew Watson (Sutherland Adam)(Paperback)

Andrew Watson was the first black footballer in the UK. Find out how he reached this position and what life was like for professional footballers in 1870 in this biography of the sportsman by Adam

My First Chess book (Daynes Katie)(Spiral bound)

Learn how to command a chess army in this friendly introduction, with entertaining illustrations on how the pieces move, and tons of tips on attacking, defending and winning. A perfect starting point for young children - and a handy refresher for parents and grandparents! With links to specially

Bobby Fischer Teaches Chess (Fischer Bobby)(Paperback)

A one-of-a-kind masterclass in chess from the greatest player of all time.Learn how to play chess the Bobby Fischer way with the fastest, most efficient, most enjoyable method ever devised. Whether you're just learning the game or looking for more complex strategies, these practice problems and

The Reassess Your Chess Workbook: How to Master Chess Imbalances (Silman Jeremy)(Pevná vazba)

In this comprehensive workbook, International Chess Master, Jeremy Silman tests a player's strengths and weaknesses with 131 problems that cover openings, middlegames (both positional and tactical), and

How Life Works (Matthews Andrew)(Paperback / softback)

Social Choreography: Ideology as Performance in Dance and Everyday Movement (Hewitt Andrew)(Paperback)

Through the concept of 'social choreography' Andrew Hewitt demonstrates how choreography has served not only as metaphor for modernity but also as a structuring blueprint for thinking about and shaping modern social organization. Bringing dance history and critical theory together, he shows that

The Grandmaster Battle Manual (Kotronias Vassilios)(Paperback)

The Grandmaster Battle Manual explains how to be a more competitive chess player. Chess grandmaster Vassilios Kotronias has been a professional player for two decades and now he explains the secrets of his success. As a writer, Kotronias has the skill to explain in words what other top players can

Grandmaster Preparation: Attack & Defence (Aagaard Jacob)(Paperback)

Jacob Aagaard presents the main properties of how to attack and defend in chess. By carving dynamic chess into separate areas of ability, he gives the reader a clear way to expand his understanding of this vital part of the game