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  • Author:
    Gipslis

    This collection of wonderful combinations is based on the famous magazine “Chess” published in the USSR. The editorial office was located in Riga, its members included strong Latvian chess players, and the editor-in-chief of the publication for many years was the eighth world champion Mikhail Tal, who always took an active part in the development of the magazine. Perhaps the most popular section among readers has always been “Find the best continuation without moving the pieces.” A fresh dozen of the most beautiful and instructive combinations, mainly from current tournaments, were published on the back cover, and the solutions were given in the next issue. The combinations were selected by the editorial team very carefully, because the magazine's circulation was more than 60,000 copies and was distributed in more than 50 countries! This edition includes combinations published in the mentioned section from 1980 to 1990. By solving these combinations, you are sure to improve your tactical skills and significantly strengthen your game.

    40.00 $
  • Reprint of a large badge (4 cm x 3.5 cm) dedicated to the failed match between Karpov and Fischer in 1975. The original was issued in an edition of  in several signal specimens (only specimens from the collection of A. Karpov and the Central House of Art Museum are known). 

    17.24 $
  • Author:
    Karoii

    50.00 $
  • Author:
    Galkin

    The book by grandmaster and experienced coach Alexander Galkin is dedicated to the strongest piece on the chessboard – to the queen. Using the example of episodes from games of modern grandmasters (the vast majority of games date back to 2020-2023) and his own grandmaster practice, the author tries to generalize, and in some places even clarify the methodology for understanding and playing queen endings, as well as other types of endgames with the presence of queens ) On the desk. The book presents various ratios of material – “queen against queen”, “queen and minor piece against queen and minor piece”, “queen and rook against queen and rook”, “queen against two rooks”, “queen against rook and pawns”, “ queen against a rook and a minor piece”, “two queens against two queens” – practically the entire spectrum of encountered endgames of this type. The material is structured in such a way that the reader can get maximum benefit from studying the examples of queen endings and its other derivatives offered by the author. The book is aimed at advanced chess players, is useful for coaches and can be recommended to a wide range of chess fans.

    18.33 $
  • Author:
    Kasparov

    41.67 $
  • Author:
    Kalinichenko

  • Chess was invented in the 5th century AD in India and spread throughout the world. The uniqueness of this game is that it still covers the minds of everyone - from young to old! Chess combines elements of science and sports. They develop logic, perseverance, attentiveness, analytical thinking and memory.  Checkers is a fun, dynamic and relatively simple game. Every country in the world has it. It is comparatively easier to find a partner here than in chess. Backgammon – one of the oldest known board games. It is known that it came to us from the East. First, you need to master the basic techniques, so that later you can boldly apply various tricks during the game.  Cage length: 4.5 cm. King height: 8.8cm King base diameter: 2.8 cm The length and width of the field when unfolded: 44 X 44 cm. Material: wood Country of origin: China.

    84.48 $
  • Author:
    Bologan

    The Caro-Kann defense is one of the most popular modern openings, which is firmly included in the repertoire of most elite chess players. The author of the book, a well-known grandmaster and theorist, offers a full repertoire for black in response to 1.e4, explains in detail the main strategic ideas of each option and gives the exact order of moves, offers a number of novelties in current schemes. In each chapter, alternative plans for black are considered, so that the reader can make a choice according to his taste, and it was more difficult for the opponent to prepare. Much attention in the monograph is paid to correspondence games in which players use all the achievements of modern technology. All analyses during the work on the manuscript are checked on powerful computers. Carefully selected positions for the solution will help the reader to consolidate the acquired knowledge. The 2nd edition supplements the section with the 10 most interesting current parties. The book is addressed to chess players of any level – from amateurs to professionals.  

    21.67 $
  • Author:
    Barsky

    18.97 $
  • Author:
    Ezhov

    Grandmaster Carlos Torre – like a chess comet; his genius flashed dazzlingly and quickly went out in the chess firmament! He – the author of the most famous “mill” in the history of chess, the 2nd world champion Emanuel Lasker fell into its merciless millstones. The authors spoke about the life and work of the Mexican genius (the book contains 25 commentated games by K. Torre). Torre’s book “How a Chess Player is Formed” is presented, an essay by international master Yaroslav Prizant about Torre’s attack in modern practice. In the section "Play like Torre" – 36 instructive examples from his practice to solve. Finally, there is an interview with Carlos Torre, conducted by Gabriel Velasco in 1977. Working with the book will give readers not only aesthetic pleasure, but will also help improve their skills.

    18.33 $
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    10.14 $

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    The book is dedicated to the work of one of the leading chess players of the world Fabiano Caruana, whose highest rating reached sky-high 2844! Opens her biographical essay about sports the way of the Italian-American grandmaster, his views on chess art. The main part of the book presents the best parties of Karu to readers. colorful, crystal clear clarity strategists line. Parties are grouped by training topics: & mdash; attack on the king; & mdash; under the sign of centralization; & mdash; queenside attack; & mdash; two-flank strategy; & mdash; defense and counterattack; & mdash; & laquo; Berlin & raquo; endgame; & mdash; Dortmund pearls; & mdash; Queen's victim. Posted by & mdash; International Grandmaster, Honored Coach of Russia. For a wide range of chess lovers. This is an e-book, a link to which will be available in your account after payment.

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    In his two-volume book, the famous grandmaster Boris Avrukh shows the way to White’s advantage in all his openings after 1.d4, focusing on schemes with royal fianchetto. This repertoire, which made him one of the top 50 chess players in the world, he offers to the reader, generously sharing his new developments. The following openings are highlighted in this volume: Old Indian, Dutch, Grünfeld, Benoni, Volzhsky, Budapest and some others. & laquo; Grandmaster repertoire & raquo; & ndash; A new series of high-quality books written by leading chess players of the world. Based on the main theoretical options, they offer a complete repertoire that will faithfully serve many years for both professionals and amateurs. ? The most important options with expert explanations Hundreds of debut novelties Refutation of many theoretical variations Debut repertoire for life This is an e-book, a link to which will be available in your account after payment.

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    This book is not about the death of mankind, but about the possibility this death is avoided. Written by her composer, whose music is many people know from the films & laquo; Sherlock Holmes & raquo ;, & laquo; Dog’s heart & raquo ;, & laquo; Bumbarash & raquo ;. Vladimir Sergeevich Dashkevich decided to apply musical laws, described by him in the book & laquo; Theory of intonation & raquo ;, to the study of human evolution. It turned out that humanity is experiencing a deep evolutionary crisis caused by the fact that modern states purposefully form a city- Nina, deprived of culture, to make it easier to manage. This is an e-book, a link to which will be available in your account after payment.

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    12.50 $

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    Dear friends! We invite you to continue your journey through the amazing world of chess! The new book will tell you about interesting tactical combinations, teach you to attack the king, you will become skilled in the endgame. Your chess world will be enriched with knowledge about the life and work of outstanding chess players of the world. In addition, it will be possible to show imagination and ingenuity in the most interesting problems and sketches. Your coach will be an experienced coach Dorofeeva Anna Gennadievna, international master, European champion among girls and the champion of Moscow among women. Good luck!

  • book

    14.48 $

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    Chess is a struggle of ideas. And the winner is the one who has more ideas. Having carefully studied the book, you will seriously increase your understanding of the strategy, learn to apply in certain positions the methods invented by the great chess players, and get the necessary knowledge base on chess ideas. By the way, Nimtsovich wrote that, “in chess, in the end, only the world of ideas & raquo; is interesting.” & quot; Sarkhan Guliyev wrote a smart, subtle book. It remains to wish that she finds her reader & quot ;, writes in the foreword multiple world champion Anatoly Karpov. This is an e-book, a link to which will be available in your account after payment.

  • book

    14.48 $

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    Author of the book & mdash; outstanding German grandmaster, contender for world title and chess writer. The book presents two collection including chess games with detailed comments authors played at tournaments in Ostend (1907) and St. Petersburg (1914). The strongest chess players of those years & mdash; everyone was a champion their country. Among the participants: Z. Tarrash, K. Schlechter, D. Yanovsky, A. Rubinstein, M. Chigorin and many others Hence the name & mdash; & laquo; Tournaments than- peonies & raquo ;. Particular importance is attached to these chess lists. world champion E. Lasker and two future champions & mdash; H.R. Capablanca and A. Alekhine. For a wide range of chess lovers. This is an e-book, a link to which will be available in your account after payment.

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    17.38 $

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    A brilliant book of the famous Romanian Grandmaster Mikhail Marina, who was recognized the best chess book of the year in the USA. The author explores those sides. the creativity of the great chess players in which they were undeniably strong- the most. According to the thoroughness and depth of analysis, Marina’s work is worth Along with the famous works of Garry Kasparov. The first part of the book is dedicated to A. Rubinstein, A. Alekhine, M. Bot- Vinnik and M. Tal. The second part deals with the work of T. Pet- Rosyan, R. Fisher, A. Karpov and V. Korchnoi. The chapter concludes the book. with instructive examples from the practice of the current champion the world of Magnus Carlsen. The textbook will be useful not only to a wide range of chess lovers, but also to specialists. This is an e-book, a link to which will be available in your account after payment.

  • book

    4.67 $

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    Do you want to introduce the child to chess and learn how to play yourself? This tutorial will become your guide to the world of the ancient game. Two experienced coaches wrote it on the basis of the developed and apro- effective methodology. You will learn the history of chess and rules, as well as the step by step study their features. After reading the book, you will start playing on a good amateur level, and your child will be able to successfully participate in his first competition. For a wide range of chess fans. Fragment 1 Fragment 2

  • book

    14.48 $

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    Now you don’t have to remember the avalanche of constantly updated fashionable forced debuts! London system & ndash; an excellent weapon against young talented book theory. If you force them to play outside the framework of the prepared options, they will surely resort to the basic principles of development, and, as the reader sees, this can lead to a debut disaster. The London system promises a lot against a stronger rival, striving for an indispensable victory, it is also a wonderful & laquo; spare & raquo; debut. Finally, the study of this universal development scheme contributes to the expansion of the overall chess horizons. Grandmaster Vlatko Kovachevich (who once beat R. Fisher himself in the tournament!) Is considered the best specialist in the London system in the world. For a wide range of chess lovers. This is an e-book, a link to which will be available in your account after payment.

  • book

    6.37 $

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    World Champion Magnus Carlsen is the undisputed leader in modern chess. Unlike most of the strongest grandmasters of the 21st century, the Norwegian goes his own way, betting not on the & laquo; killer & raquo; computer preparation of the debut repertoire, and on the ability to play the original positions of the mid-range finder and the fight in the endgame to the last "la cartridge". Being a follower of positional style, M. Carlsen possesses remarkable combinational imagination and perfectly feels the dynamic resources of the struggle. 30 games of M. Carlsen included in this book will bring readers a considerable aesthetic pleasure and will be an excellent school of modern chess. divided into thematic sections, each of which is preceded by a short introduction. This is an e-book, a link to which will be available in your account after payment.

  • book

    17.38 $

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    The strongest chess players cannot do without the Queen's Gambit, this debut & mdash; favorite weapon of champions! For example, in the legendary world championship match Alekhine & ndash; Capablanca almost all the games were played by the Queen's Gambit. The queen's gambit is very dangerous, and if you make friends with him, you will surely & nbsp; beat your rivals! & laquo; Modern chess textbook for sportsmen and future champions & raquo; created & nbsp; taking into account the latest trends and trends. Each chapter of the book presents the theory & nbsp; and practice. Numerous historical facts, world records, incredible adventures are given. Informative historical references successfully complement the text. By creatively mastering the textbook material, you will greatly enhance your game. The book will be interesting not only for children, but also for a wide circle of chess lovers. This is an e-book, a link to which will be available in your account after payment.

  • book

    11.59 $

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    In this book, the American grandmaster, the world champion, introduces the reader to 60 of his games. These are not always his best games (three of them were lost by Fisher), but they necessarily contain something memorable to the author. All 60 games commented on in this book were played between 1957-1967 with strict adherence to tournament regulations. The parties were carefully and thoroughly commented on by Fisher. Each game is preceded by a small but well-defined characteristic written by Grandmaster Evans. This book gives the key to unraveling one of the main secrets of Fisher’s success & ndash; this is his exceptional devotion to chess art, constant creative burning. The whole book as a whole allows not only to study the playing style of the 11th world champion, but also to make an impression of him as a person and a chess player. The book fully reveals this secret, and that is its lasting value. This is an e-book, a link to which will be available in your account after payment.