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  • Author:
    Kalinichenko

    This new book by the many-times world champion Anatoly Karpov and the author of more than fifty books, grandmaster Nikolay Kalinichenko, is devoted to one of the most complicated and strategically deep openings & mdash; the Queen's Gambit Declined. Using games played by the strongest grandmasters, it describes the interesting ideas which have appeared in the main development systems of this opening. Along with games from recent years, the book presents the most important encounters from the chess heritage. And of course, it includes games by Anatoly Karpov himself & mdash; a great expert on the Queen's Gambit, who generously shares with the reading his unique understanding of the concepts involved. The book is aimed at strong players, but it will also be of interest to a wide range of chess enthusiasts.

    36.00 $
  • Author:
    Zhuravlev

    This tutorial is addressed to those who want to learn to play chess on their own and improve further. The lesson-based method of presentation, as well as numerous exercises, contribute to the consistent assimilation of the rules and laws that form the basis of the chess game. The book contains extensive educational material, which is presented to the reader in accordance with modern pedagogical principles. The purpose of this manual is to train chess players of the III category (rating up to 1800). The textbook can also be used for classes in groups - it covers the material of existing programs of the first year of study in children's and youth chess schools.

    23.33 $
  • 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:
    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 $
  • Author:
    Fisher

    15.00 $
  • Author:
    Galkin

    16.67 $
  • Author:
    Blokh

    In front of you – the famous book by the most experienced coach (among the students is Alexander Grischuk), international grandmaster and bestselling chess author Maxim Bloch. The publication contains almost 1,500 combinations from practical games and specially composed positions. All tasks are characterized by intense struggle, in which the goal is achieved with only one move. The arrangement of examples by topic and the highlighting of the main diagrams on the first pages of the chapters allow the book to be used not only as a problem book, but also as a textbook for advanced training. Numerical assessment of the difficulty level of each task allows testing the strength of chess players' play, and also helps coaches select suitable examples for practice. Of particular interest are over two hundred super-tense positions specially compiled by the author, in which when White moves, White wins the only way, and when Black moves – black. Many examples are published for the first time. You'll be sure to step up your game by solving these instructive combinations. For a wide range of chess fans and specialists.

    23.33 $
  • Author:
    Getmanchuk

    16.67 $
  • Author:
    Bologan

    The 2nd edition, revised and supplemented, of the popular monograph, which is dedicated to one of the most combat modern debuts – the Old Indian defense. The author meticulously builds the entire defensive line of black (including on the territory of "adjacent" openings, such as the English beginning or the London system), explains standard plans and tactical techniques, offers a number of novelties in current schemes. Carefully selected positions for the solution will help the reader to consolidate the acquired knowledge. The book is addressed to chess players of any level, since the laws of Old Indian are the same for both amateurs and super grandmasters.

    21.67 $
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    Russian Chess: 13 Soviet Pins (Badges). World Chess Champions. Complete setCardboard pack is not included Wilhelm Steinitz Emmanuel Lasker Jose Capablanca Alexander Alekhine Max Euwe Mikhail Botvinnik Vasily Smyslov Mikhail Tal Tigran Petrosyan Anatoly Karpov Boris Spassky Robert Fisher Garry Kasparov  Material: Metal, Enamel

  • book

    27.00 $

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    Russian Chess:  Title: 16 Wall Portraits: World Chess Champions Painter: N.Kochergina Language: English, Russian Publisher: Moscow, Russian Chess House, 2017 16 pages

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    265.00 $

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    Alexander Roshal (1937-2011) - one of the most famous journalists in the history of chess. Honored Coach of the USSR, International Master, chief editor of the magazine 64 Chess Review. 25 black folder

  • book

    25.00 $

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    From the archive of Alexander Roshal:Alexander Roshal. Interview with Tigran Petrosian: «The meeting which I waited». 1968A.Roshal interviewed by Tigran Petrosian when he was the current world champion.10 pagesAlexander Borisovich Roshal (1936 – 2007) was a Soviet chess master and journalist, the co-founder and editor-in-chief of the magazine «64»A few brief quotes:…– Since we are talking about the candidates, what is your opinion on the outcome of the competition between them?– I foresaw such an outcome and was waiting for a meeting with Spassky, he is now a worthy opponent in the world championship match, no doubt. And natural that nobody was able to stop him.– Fischer was able to do this?– I think currently, Spassky and Korchnoi are playing better than Fischer, who I am inclined to qualify immediately behind them, that is, before Larsen and Mikhail Tal.…PK6

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    25.00 $

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    Alexander Roshal. Report on trip to Yugoslavia June 5-13, 19846 pagesFrom the archive of Alexander RoshalAlexander Borisovich Roshal (1936 – 2007) was a Soviet chess master and journalist, the co-founder and editor-in-chief of the magazine «64» A few brief quotes:In the night from 8 to 9 June the FIDE President F. Campomanes arrived in Bugojno (the last tournament was played June 10). Up to this point the leading foreign participants just shrugged their shoulders in response to questions about the upcoming match against the team of the USSR, on the date and place of the meeting.…F. Campomanes asked the Spassky about his plans, and he replied that he now considers himself free to play in the Olympics (Thessaloniki, November) for the team of France. At my questioning look, the ex-world champion said: «I'm not at the request of the Soviet team for the match of the world team». …» PK6

  • book

    49.00 $

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    The resolution of the Plenum of the USSR Chess Federation. November 24, 1974 8 pagesFrom the archive of Alexander RoshalAlexander Borisovich Roshal (1936 – 2007) was a Soviet chess master and journalist, the co-founder and editor-in-chief of the magazine «64»A few brief quotes: The Plenum heard and discussed the report of comrade Y.Averbakh about the work of the Presidium of the USSR Chess Federation for the period from March 1972 to November 1974. The Plenum notes that over the past two and a half years the Soviet chess organization has achieved positive results in the development of the mass chess, improving skills of the leading players, in the sports calendar, the development of international sports and cultural cooperation. Currently in the Soviet chess organization, there are 45 GMS, 631 master of sports, over 25 thousands of candidates in master and sportsmen who have 1 category.... Soviet chess player Anatoly Karpov became the winner of the candidate competition and received the right to participate in the match against the world champion. ... Promotion of chess in print, on radio and television is carried out more actively. Currently we have 8 periodicals with a total circulation of 230 copies.… However, the Plenum of the Chess Federation of the USSR believes that in the Presidium there are still serious shortcomings and unsolved issues. In 1972 Boris Spassky gave the crown of world champion R. Fischer. To some extent this was a result of insufficient control of the presidency and the weak training of the world champion.… »PK6

  • book

    18.00 $

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    Methodical instructions of the USSR Central Chess ClubConvoluted. Set in 5 vols.Published: Moscow, USSR Central Chess ClubLanguage: Russian Методические указания ЦШККомплект из 5 книг   Арт ек17

  • book

    16.00 $

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    Chess is a fascinating logic game with bright figures. It will awaken the child's interest and help to attach it to a useful occupation. Squeeze the heroes and coasters out of the sheets and connect them together. The resulting figures will stand firmly on the Board, and after the game will not take up much space. The set also includes clear instructions and stickers that the child will decorate his/her belongings with. 32 funny figures plus a bonus set of stickers with heroes.Max. number of players 2Packing depth 21 cmPackage height 4 cmPackage width 21 cmWeight of ghe board game with packaging (g) 125 g

  • book

    1600.00 $

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    Collectible porcelain chess set. Kuzbas.Are absent in the Museum of porcelain chess in St. Petersburg.Unique porcelain chess pieces. It's one complete set with porcelain board, all finished with cobalt and gold (hand painted).Production-Prokopiev porcelain factory (USSR, Kuzbass).Chess was produced in a limited edition (only 200 sets) in the experimental workshop of the plant, will no longer be produced, because the plant does not exist.Without loss and restoration.1970-ies of release.King height -12 cm, king base diameter 4 cm, Board size 39*39 cm, cell size 4.5 cm

  • book

    40.00 $

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    Up for sale is a Russian edition of chess book - "Chess Assistant Version 1.1". Book on Russian, with examples of chess games.  The first version of the popular programm. If you need more photos or info - please feel free to message us!  AUTHOR - Chess Assistant Software Development Team PUBLISHING - Moscow YEAR - 1991 STYLE - Light cover PAGES - 80 Worldwide shipping option is available! Feel free to ask any questions please. What you see is what you get,  for more info or photos - please message us!   Арт ек16

  • book

    24.00 $

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    Author: Alexander PakTitle: Missing of rib. Selected poems-miniaturesPublished: Moscow, 2011Language: RussianCirculation: 50 copiesDimensions: 64 * 90 mm72 pagesExclusive leather-bound, handmade.

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    2000.00 $

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    In the 1990s, no more than 3 copies were made (one of them is in the Museum of Porcelain and Chess in St. Petersburg). The height of the king is 16 cm Porcelain, overglaze polychrome painting. gilding, platination. The history of Kislovodsk porcelain began in 1952 with the enterprise, later called the Kislovodsk Phoenix factory. The fame of the plant was brought by products decorated with hand molding. It was they who determined the artistic style of the enterprise for many years.   Chess board is NOT included