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  • Author:
    Blokh

    The answer book of an international grandmaster and an experienced coach (among whose students is A. Grischuk) Bloch's Maxim contains over 1200 combinations from practical games and specially compiled examples. All tasks are characterized by intense struggle, in which the goal is achieved by single moves. The book is intended for both young and adult amateurs, and for masters. The arrangement of examples by topic allows you to use the book not only as a task book, but also as a textbook. Of particular interest are over two hundred specially compiled by the author overstressed positions in which white wins the only way during the course of white, and black wins during the course of black. These examples, as well as over 50 fragments from the parties of the author and his students, are published for the first time.

    21.67 $
  • Author:
    Vysotsky

    20.00 $
  • 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:
    Yanvarev

    Igor Yanvarev "Tactical Mastery of a Chess Player. Volume 2. Basics of Calculation Techniques". Andrey Elkov Publishing House, Moscow, 2025 - 392 p. Before you is the second book from the three-volume work by International Master I.K. Yanvarev, a famous trainer, author of the fundamental work "The Old Indian Played by Tigran Petrosian" (2010), which received recognition from readers and was republished abroad. The three-volume work is united by a common idea - tactics and combinations in chess. In fact, this is a turnkey textbook, it explains everything from scratch to an advanced level. The second volume is devoted to the basics of calculation techniques, such topics as the tactical "spectrum" of a position, concentration of attention, inclusion of imagination are considered, the "tree of variations" is interpreted in a new way, the practical component is emphasized - the economy of calculation. A separate chapter allows the reader to assess their ability to calculate variations and outline ways to eliminate weaknesses. Each chapter ends with a large number of carefully selected examples for independent solution. Unlike other similar publications, the author examines chess tactics as a single whole, in combination with strategy and elements of psychology. It is based on the original author's methodology, which has proven itself well when working with chess players of various qualifications. Excellently selected examples, a clear logical structure and consistency in the presentation simplify the understanding of the material. For a wide range of chess fans.

    19.00 $
  • Author:
    Kapengut

    An outstanding theorist and successful coach shares his memories of communication and cooperation with Mikhail Tal, Anatoly Karpov, Isaac Boleslavsky, Elena Akhmylovskaya and other outstanding chess players. Separate large chapter – a story about many years of work with Boris Gelfand: over these years (1980-1993) the student went from a 12-year-old candidate for master to the holder of the 3rd rating in the world. Albert Kapengut – winner of 6 gold medals at the World Student Olympics, seven-time champion of Belarus, participant in the individual and team championships of the USSR among men, champion of the USSR as part of the Burevestnik team. The book includes 70 games commented in detail by the author, a careful study of which will help the reader not only better understand popular opening schemes, but also get a taste for serious analytical work. “My story is not so much about a career, although “you can’t erase words from a song,” but about memorable situations, often funny, sometimes absurd, and dotted about people I met along the way, sometimes with touches of biography, prompting readers to become interested in more complete information.” ;" (A. Kapengut). For a wide range of chess lovers.

    43.33 $
  • A limited edition of the most famous electronic chess clock. Design & quot; under the tree & quot ;. Released for the 25th anniversary of the DGT. & Nbsp; These watches are used in all major tournaments, world championships and World Cups, World Chess Olympiads. Installation of any time controls, including Fisher and Bronstein controls (with added time). & Nbsp;

    237.50 $
  • Author:
    Eive

    The corpus of this textbook includes two significant works by the world chess champion, scientist and prominent teacher Max Euwe — "Self‑help chess game", created in collaboration with G. Den-Hertog, and "Chess Lessons". The first work is designed for beginners, the second for more experienced chess players. The book is a real chess tutorial in the true sense of the word. This is expressed not only in the appropriate distribution of the material and the method of presentation, designed to awaken the initiative of the student, but also in numerous practical exercises offered to the reader after explaining each new concept or technique.The textbook primarily attracts the methodology of presentation of the material, the principles of which will be useful for coaches and teachers of chess sections and circles. For a wide range of chess fans.

    25.00 $
  • Author:
    Karoii

    50.00 $
  • Author:
    Kalinichenko

    The vast majority of opening guides are written for adult readers. This book is also devoted to the theory but it is junior. The structure of the book is simple and attractive: openings are examined using examples from actual games, each of which is presented in the form of a lesson with its own name. Several such lessons form an opening theme, and the examination of each theme concludes with exercises. In each opening, attention is drawn to its characteristic tactical and strategic ideas of combinations for independent solution strictly corresponds to the opening theme. Written in clear and easy language, the book is furnished with a large number of diagrams. Colored explanatory arrows on the diagrams and the selection of individual pages with a colored background make the book easier to understand. Regular work solve two problems: deepen the student's knowledge and develop his tactical vision, thus improving his skill and results.

    28.80 $
  • Author:
    Kasparov

    41.67 $
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    Includes an additional queen! Material: Plastic Height of the king is 7.7 cm. The diameter of the base of the king is 3 cm. Pawn height 3.6 cm. The diameter of the pawn base is 2 cm. Board size 65 cm. Art 3C02

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    One of the most powerful chess tournaments in history. Art B & nbsp; 44 & nbsp;

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    3103.45 $

    Chess from an elephant's bone in a wooden chest. Condition: Excellent.

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    Board - oak. White cell - & nbsp; ash. Black - stained oak. White pieces - mammoth tusk. Black - mammoth tusk tinted. Brand new. & nbsp; Cell height & ndash; 4 cm, The diameter of the base of the king is 2.5 cm, the height of the king is 10.5 cm. & Nbsp; Board size 39 cm x 39 cm. (Retail - from 500 tr. To 1.2 mln. Rubles)

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    Vienna bronze was sincerely loved and collected by the widest sections of the population since the beginning of its production in Austria - from the middle of the 19th century. King's Height & ndash; 8.5 cm, the diameter of the base of the king & ndash; 2.5 cm. This is a very rare Viennese bronze made by the method of casting on lost wax patterns (`cire perdue & # 39;) with the highest level of quality. Each figurine was created with great detail, as well as with humor. Polychrome coloration (several different layers) is called cold coloration, since it was not fired. Items were cast in Vienna, and then decorated in several layers of the so-called dust paint; the know-how for mixing this type of paint was lost. The painting was carried out mainly by women working at home. This mark can be found here vienna-bronze dot ru slash klejma among the hallmarks of Viennese masters of the second half of the 19th century. Extreme rarity. Full set (32 pieces) & nbsp;

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    Antique compound half-leather with artistic embossing on the spine binding The first English edition of the most famous book in the history of chess, which, according to many, is much rarer than the first French edition. F.A. Philidor (1726, France & mdash; 1795, London) & mdash; uncrowned world champion of his time. A book he wrote & laquo; Chess Game Analysis & raquo; became a classic, it survived 42 editions only in the 18th century and was reprinted many times later. Condition: very good, collectible

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    0.00 $

    The book & nbsp; is addressed to those who want to learn to play chess on their own. The instructive method of presentation, as well as numerous exercises contribute to the assimilation of the rules and laws that make up the foundation of a chess school. The material is submitted in accordance with modern pedagogical principles, and the textbook can be used for classes in chess schools under the program of the first year of study. This book has received high reader ratings in many countries of the world; The text of the textbook is presented in two parallel languages: Russian and English. & quot; Large, encyclopedic format & quot ;.

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    7.03 $

    Mikhail Mikhailovich Yudovich & mdash; Honored trainer of the RSFSR, grandmaster and champion of the USSR in correspondence, an outstanding chess teacher and writer. In his book, he talks about the importance of a consistent game, about how chess players create and implement sound plans. The author raises such questions as the order of actions to achieve the goal, the real prerequisites of the plan, how the plan is created, etc. The book is illustrated by carefully selected examples. For a wide range of chess lovers. Snippet 1 Fragment 2 & nbsp;

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    19.86 $

    One of the greatest books in the history of chess. Due to the simplicity and clarity of presentation, the adopted methodology & ndash; from simple to complex & ndash; you will quickly master the basics of the game and become a dangerous rival for your friends and acquaintances. This edition successfully combines all the main works of the brilliant Cuban, and also adds some interesting materials. 'You cannot understand chess without studying Capablanca's books, without looking at the world through his eyes,' wrote another great world champion Mikhail Botvinnik. For a wide range of chess lovers.

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    351.72 $

    & quot; Chess game tutorial & quot; Emanuel Schiffers is a classic of chess literature. The chapters on the methodological approach to learning are of great pedagogical value, and the plans for solving some problems in this tutorial coincide with the algorithm developed for computers today! Unfortunately, the book has long become a bibliographic rarity, but for practicing chess players this is more of an advantage in the fight against rivals. The book will be useful both to young chess players who are just creating their own foundation for creativity, as well as to & quot; experienced fighters & quot;, which modern views will allow to evaluate ideas that are ahead of time in classical work. Art Sh

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    10.00 $

    The book of the FIDE President and a well-known journalist. The vast geography of the main chess competitions in which world champions and champions performed was shown. Large format; color.

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    18.97 $

    The book will be useful and beginners, and already having some practice chess players. It contains typical combinations of “performed by” various chess pieces and examples of positional play. The reader will learn how to play the beginning of the game, and get acquainted with the work of old and modern masters and grandmasters.

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    3103.45 $

    Signature on the board - & quot; Author Garanin. Written by Korotkov & quot ;. Porcelain painted underglaze monochrome. The height of the king is 10 cm, the diameter of the base of the king is 3 cm. At 8, 5 - 10. The union brand & quot; Gzhel & quot ;. Board size 40 * 40 cm. Art 19.

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    5379.31 $

    Perfect condition A unique instance. Not available in the Museum of Porcelain Chess in St. Petersburg and & nbsp; in the catalog & laquo; Porcelain and Chess & raquo ;. The height of the king is 12, 7 & nbsp; cm. The diameter of the base of the king is 3 cm. The size of the board is 37 * 37 cm. Art 19

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    60.00 $

    A rare peripheral edition. In the book “Chess Horizon”, the author introduces the reader into the world of chess and gives theoretical information on tactics, strategy, debut and endgame, illustrating some of the issues with the parties of Tuvan chess players.

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    Size & nbsp; 1.9x1.3 cm, needle length 3 cm. Price for a set of 3 pieces.

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    2nd Edition, revised and enlarged. The history of chess of Ancient Russia is fraught with many mysteries. Where did this game come to Russia - from the East or the West? When did she first appear among the Eastern Slavs? What did the old Russian chess pieces look like? The book of the candidate of historical sciences I.M. Linder answers these and many other questions.

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    20.69 $

    The history of chess of Ancient Russia is fraught with many mysteries. Where did this game come to Russia - from the East or the West? When did she first appear among the Eastern Slavs? What did the old Russian chess pieces look like? The book of the candidate of historical sciences I.M. Linder answers these and many other questions.

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    The height of the king is 9 cm, the diameter of the base of the king 3 cm; Board size 40x40 cm. Chess pieces: very good condition;  Board: half of one hinge is missing (you can see it on the photo of the inner side of the board), the board partly changed it's color from white into yellow. Board clasps are made in the form of horses (see photo). Art P 1

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    283.33 $

    See photos for condition. Covers for a couple of issues are missing.    Art Kolodezny

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    65.00 $

    Informant of the USSR-Italy, editorial board included Averbakh, Smyslov, etc .; A complete set of all seven published books; large gift format, printed in Italy. (price per set)

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    125.00 $

    The price is for 1 issue Chess Informant is the oldest specialized chess publishing house, which has been publishing relevant and practical chess literature since the late 1960s. Chess Informant was supplied to our country until issue 50, then state supplies ceased.

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    150.00 $

    The price is for 1 issue Chess Informant is the oldest specialized chess publishing house, which has been publishing relevant and practical chess literature since the late 1960s. Chess Informant was supplied to our country until issue 50, then state supplies ceased.

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    & laquo; Chess Informant & raquo; (& laquo; Sahovski informator & raquo;) & mdash; a collection of chess games and materials, published 3 times a year (previously - 2 times a year). Published since 1966 in Belgrade. Freelance Writing Team & mdash; about 500 leading chess players of the world. The circulation of 30 thousand copies (1987). Purpose of publication & mdash; provide chess players from different countries with up-to-date information about the most interesting games played in recent international competitions, about the latest achievements in chess theory and practice. He laid the foundations of the information system in chess. Each volume & laquo; Chess Informant & raquo; contains several hundred selected games of the competition over the past 4 months (several hundred more are given in the notes), 36 original endings and combinations, the most important theoretical novelties in the debuts. The games are published with notes mainly of the chess players who played them, in a special notation where the pieces are indicated by chess symbols. This makes the publication accessible to chess players of all countries. The use of chess symbols and a cipher allows the processing of chess data using a computer, which increases the efficiency of information. There is a permanent column & mdash; & laquo; FIDE & raquo ;, with the latest information on its activities, information on the most important events in the chess life of individual countries and the chess world as a whole.

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    82.76 $

    Chess informant Number 115, the last number in 2012, it included many interesting novelties in the most popular chess openings. The book is an excellent theoretical assistant in the study of chess principles, useful for both beginners and grandmasters.

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    91.03 $

    The world's most famous and respected periodical chess publication. It comes out three times a year. About the round-robin tournament held from January 29 to February 4, 2014 by the Zurich Chess Club Zurich Chess Challenge. Magnus Carlsen (winning the Masters) at the Tata Steel Chess Festival (Wijk aan Zee, January 9 - 25, 2015) and the Tata Steel Chess (Challengers). About the 11th International Cup of the Russian State University of Chess Chess Moscow Open 2015 (January 30 - February 8). About the Brazilian Individual Championship 2015 (January 17 - 25, 2015 in Juan Pesoa), commented in detail by leading grandmasters and masters. About other tournaments 2014 - 2015 The modern chess theory is presented and 200 of the most interesting and important theoretical games with brief notes are placed.

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    91.03 $

    The world's most famous and respected periodical chess publication. It comes out three times a year. Many interesting and important theoretical games commented by leading grandmasters and masters.

  • book

    91.03 $

    The world's most famous and respected periodical chess publication. It is published three times a year. Modern chess theory: 200 of the most interesting and important theoretical games, commented in detail by leading grandmasters and masters.