An active practice chess player does not have enough time to study the endgame in depth, but every qualified chess player should know a certain set of positions. This problem is the answer of this book. It can be divided into two parts. The first, the theoretical, deals with simple endings in which the final estimate, methods for achieving a win or a draw are already known. In the second part of the book, the reader will learn the methods for implementing the advantage in the endgame, the basic techniques.

In this book, Garry Kasparov devotes the reader to the secrets of brilliant strategic thinking, creating an advantage not only in chess, but also in everyday life. With the skill and charm of a true connoisseur, examining fascinating and instructive stories that reflect not only the most tense and decisive moments of his impressive chess career, but also the experience of great innovators and outstanding politicians and businessmen, the author explains how to achieve victory even in the most difficult situations, defeat rivals and achieve success in the most tough competition. Hardcover, Dust Cover, 352 sec., Moscow 2007

This textbook is a continuation of the book "Chess. Primary School." Contains 12 thematic chapters, which discuss the basics of chess tactics and strategy, the choice of the game plan, methods for predicting the player's future development of the game, instructive endings, grand masters duels, tasks and sketches. After theoretical positions and illustrative examples, numerous exercises (tasks for independent solution and fixation of the studied material) and answers with explanations are given. The textbook is intended for optional study of the subject "Chess" in secondary schools of general education schools, chess groups of the Palaces of children's creativity and children's and youth sports schools, and can be used by trainers and chess teachers as a teaching aid.

Second edition! A book for the initial study of chess art - an outstanding achievement of the human mind. Explains the rules and purpose of the game, the features of chess pieces and their interaction, the different types of advantages and methods for achieving it. The book consists of 10 chapters. In most of them, after theoretical positions and illustrative games, exercises (tasks for self-decision) and answers with explanations are given. The training material relies mainly on parties - masterpieces of the world chess with adapted comments for children. For optional study of the subject "Chess" in primary schools of general schools, initial chess groups of the Palaces of children's creativity and children's and youth sports schools. The book can be used by chess teachers as a teaching tool. Printing in two colors. Block-sticking colored photos on coated paper.

Более 2650 примеров методики знаменитого тренера, отца сестер Полгар ласло Полгара. Прилагается комплект соответствующей "усеченной" шахматной доски. Огромный формат, твердый переплет, суперобложка, подарочное издание. Author Laszlo Polgar, as well as coaching his three daughters to Olympic and Oscar success, is always eager to find new dimensions and solutions in the 2000-year-old game of chess. In Reform-Chess he surprises us with brilliant board-size variations: on 8x6 or 5x8, and on 9x6 or 6x8 squares, one can play all the tricks that lead to fascinating mates. Easier to learn, simpler to play, shorter game times - all advantages for playing chess at home, during a break at work, or while travelling.

Large encyclopedic format The book of the famous chess writer Anatoly Matsukevich is an unusual textbook on playing debuts. For the first time in the world chess practice, 4,000 parties, no more than 12-13 moves in length, are systematized on debuts and are accompanied by useful, understandable explanations in any language. For a mass reader with minimal chess preparation.

The basis is the fully-entered classic book. "A modern chess game." In each volume - a block of photos on the coated tabs. Collection of works of an outstanding chess player and teacher Z. Tarrasch - & quot; mentor of the chess world & quot; - is a classic strategy textbook at all stages of chess struggle and an unsurpassed example of detailed and instructive comments to the games. Many works are published in Russian for the first time and in a new edition. The book is addressed to a wide range of amateurs and skilled chess players.

The fifth, final book series "School of future champions" - the first of the books of M. Dvoretsky and A. Yusupov is published in Russian earlier than in the West. Only new materials are included in the book. Many of the problems presented here (the development of fantasy, intuition, the psychology of decision-making, the causes of errors, etc.) has been little studied in the world chess literature. The book is designed for qualified chess players and coaches.

In the book of ex-world champion Mikhail Tal and master Yakov Damsky, all the main components of the middlegame are examined, and in fact & mdash; and the whole chess game: attack, defense and counterattack. The typical techniques absolutely necessary for a chess player of any qualification are given; some are formulated and substantiated by the authors for the first time, and their knowledge will make it easier for readers to find the right ways to practice. Designed for the widest circles of chess players: from beginners to masters.

Marshall, Schliemann & Gajewski Systems The Spanish Opening, 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bb5, is so respected that many Black players immediately start defending. Brunello shows that she’s fighting for the win right from the start. In the last year, we’ve given you an overview of how to achieve the best results. 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bb5 a6 4.Ba4 Nf6 5.0-0 Be7 6.Re1 b5 7.Bb3 0-0 8.c3 d5. The Marshall Attack forms the reins of the mainstay, being both sound and aggressive and favored by the world's best. This is a guideline that has been chosen. He hasn’t devotes four chapters and a half of his book; 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bb5 f5. It was unsound. Then there wasn’t been a revival. Here, three chapters describe a trustworthy repertoire for Black against 4.d3, 4.Nc3 and less common lines of play. 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bb5 a6 4.Ba4 Nf6 5.0-0 Be7 6.Re1 b5 7.Bb3 d6 8.c3 0-0 9.h3 Na5 10.Bc2 d5. The Gajewski variation is a brand new, seemingly outrageous gambit. It was revealed that it was fascinating gambit at his disposal. Subsequently, it was still being worked out. Brunello shows, in Blacks, Hows Black should respond to White's main tries 11.d3, 11.exd5, and 11.d4. International Master Sabino Brunello is one of the leaders of the Italian chess revolution. With a rating of 2547 he is well on the way to the Grandmaster title.

The second, revised and enlarged edition of the book opens the series "School of Higher Excellence" honored coach of the USSR, Russia and Georgia Mark Dvoretsky. This is the first textbook in world literature for chess players of the highest qualification - up to and including grandmasters. In-depth analysis of endgame positions is supported by numerous “proprietary” position playing exercises, sketches and practical practical advice.