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  • Author:
    Galkin

    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 $
  • Author:
    Vysotsky

    20.00 $
  • Author:
    Galkin

    The book by grandmaster and experienced coach Alexander Galkin is  the final link in a series of publications by the author, directed  to study the classical endgame using examples of modern games   grandmasters. This time the subject of the study – light piece endgames. Clarification of the methodology for working on this stage of the game, as well as the main features and methods of playing such endings. Examples  taken from the practice of modern grandmasters and dated back to 2020-2023. The author offers the reader the most recent and unique information. The material is structured in such a way that the reader can get the maximum  benefit from studying the examples offered by the author  queen endings and its  other derivatives. 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:
    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:
    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:
    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 $
  • The height of the king is 95 mm, the diameter of the base of the king is 42 mm. Currently used in tournaments of the Central House of Chess Players. The kit is sold without a board.

    47.50 $
  • Author:
    Franco

    The book by grandmaster and experienced chess coach Zenon Franco includes 36 instructive attacking games and is divided into four chapters - the king in the center, one-sided castling, opposite-sided castling, and attack-defense-counterattack. Before each game, the opponents are introduced, and a brief description of the events that took place in it is given. Based on the results of the struggle in the game, lessons that are useful to learn from what has been read are listed in a concise form. The book is not overloaded with variations, the emphasis is on detailed explanations in the "move by move" format, which creates an ideal platform for studying chess. At the "support" points of each game, the reader is offered test questions, which helps both the practical study of key chess techniques and the reliable assimilation of the acquired knowledge. Questions and answers involve the reader in the learning process and help him track the growth of his chess strength. For a wide range of chess fans.

    19.00 $
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  • book

    44.83 $

    This book is unparalleled. It is written by a man who does not need to be introduced to the chess world. The current grandmaster Gennady Anatolievich Timoshchenko has collected the most effective and popular opening repertoires. The book is written easily, so it is accessible even to beginners. Clear combinations and understandable tactics will come in handy for you in more than one game and will help you more widely understand the fascinating world of chess. Hardcover, 240 pp., Moscow 2009

  • book

    14.48 $

    Documentary narration about the great Russian chess player Mikhail Ivanovich Chigorin.

  • book

    14.48 $

    In the book, the authors provide brief information on two types of checkers, common in the USSR: Russian and international, the rules of the game on 64-cell and 100-cell boards. The book includes major debuts, gives characteristic techniques, as examples are given the party of the strongest drafts players

  • book

    20.69 $

    The book is devoted to the art of strategy in Russian checkers. The authors explain the concepts of a strong and weak center, an advantageous and unprofitable combination of checkers, the basis of the theory of rates, etc. The book is built on lessons devoted to certain topics. In conclusion of each topic, the authors give tasks for independent work. Ends the book & laquo; exam & raquo; throughout the course and answers to test questions. It is designed for a wide range of fans of Russian drafts and for public trainers.

  • book

    The work of famous draftsmen and teachers of the Honored Coach of the USSR A. Winderman and B. Gertsenzon is a textbook on Russian drafts. The book tells about the history of the game, its rules, gives a brief summary of the theory (traps, combinations, debuts, tactics of positional games, game in endings), are given as examples of a lot of famous masters and exercises for independent work. For a wide range of fans of Russian drafts

  • book

    20.69 $

    The author systematized a large number of positions, showed techniques and countersigns of positional struggle. The book is a good guide for trainers, instructors and drafts athletes. Condition: block - very good, cover - see photo

  • book

    40.00 $

    The language is Polish, but everything is clear, as the inter-font is used. & nbsp; Only 2 sets available.

  • book

    186.20 $

    In the publishing cover. & nbsp; Professor Yastrebov constructed on the basis of his own long-term research, an apparatus that can defeat any chess player, which was brilliantly proved at the World Championships in Moscow. But will the death of an ancient game bring happiness to people ... & nbsp;

  • book

    24.83 $

    Published in Kiev. In this work, on the basis of many years of experience in active participation in chess competitions and great coaching experience, ways and methods of improving both chess players and coaches in preparing young chess talents are described. Using examples from the classical past, contemporaries, and in his personal parts, the author shows problems that are & laquo; tormenting & raquo; chess players of all levels and times and offers their recommendations for their elimination. The psychological factors of chess creativity and recommendations for improving the psychological stability of chess players, touched upon in their work, are important. & nbsp;

  • book

    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 ;.

  • book

    41.38 $

    In this book, Roman Ovechkin and I decided to illustrate the theoretical part with sample games, the study of which, of course, will help the reader better navigate a large amount of information.

  • book

    31.03 $

    The first book about a rematch was published in Russian. Parties with comments by Mikhail Botvinnik. Also notes were used for the batches of V. Smyslov, S. Flora, V. Ragozin, A. Kotov, A. Tolush, L. Aronin, E. Sveshnikov, Yu. Razuvaev. Of particular interest to readers is the & quot; Mikhail Botvinnik Debut Course & quot; - the contents of two notebooks of the five-time world champion. First published.

  • book

    49.66 $

    Одно из немногих шахматных обучающих видео на русском языке! В фильме представлены уроки международных гроссмейстеров - Игоря Зайцева и Евгения Свешникова. Все уроки сопровождаются интерактивными изображениями шахматных досок. Всемирная шахматная видеоэнциклопедия – это уникальный видеосериал, ставящий задачу объединить и глубоко осмыслить сокровищницу шахматных знаний, накопленных человечеством, через творчество великих и выдающихся мастеров шахматного искусства. Первый раздел составляют 4-х часовые выпуски по актуальным вопросам шахматной философии, теории дебютов, шахматной стратегии, тактики, психологии и т.д. Весь огромный материал строится на базе опыта, накопленного шахматной школой Анатолия Карпова в течении 10 лет ее работы. Школа уникальна уже по плодам своим : десятки молодых людей, прошедших курс школы, стали международными мастерами и гроссмейстерами, чемпионами мира и Европы в различных возрастных категориях. Феномен школы очень точно определил сам Анатолий Карпов. Вот его слова, которые используются в качестве эпиграфа в начале каждого выпуска сериала «Шахматная школа Анатолия Карпова» : я начал играть в шахматы в 4 года. Чемпионом мира стал через 19 лет. Со всей ответственностью могу сказать, что мой путь на шахматный Эверест был бы значительно короче, если бы с самого начала у меня были такие наставники, которые сегодня в нашей школе. Содержание: 1. Вступительное слово. 2. Как составить дебютный репертуар по системе Свешникова. 3. Важнейшие элементы шахматной стратегии: Атака в сильном пункте. Атака возмездия (И. Зайцев).

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    91.03 $

    Anthology of drafts sketches. 1996-1997.

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    20.69 $

    Two advertising campaign leaflets of Kirsan Ilyumzhinov. Coated paper, color illustrations. Art - ebay Shelf

  • book

    1551.72 $

    Henri Rinck (French Henri Rinck, January 10, 1870, Lyon & mdash; February 17, 1952, Badalona ) & mdash; French chess player and chess composer, classic of contemporary art etude. Rink & mdash; the author of more than 1,500 studies, 58 of them received first prizes at competitions. In 1909, Rink released his first compilation of & laquo; 150 studies & raquo; (fr. 150 fins de partie) with a foreword by Johann Berger. The book was reprinted in 1913, 1919 (the number of etudes rose to 300) and in 1927, including 700 etudes. & nbsp; 4th edition & laquo; 150 etudes & raquo ;. Autographed by Rink to Georges Renault. Georges Reno (fr. Georges Renaud; January 8, 1893, Nancy & mdash; July 28, 1975) & mdash ; French chess player. Champion of France (1923). The French national team is a participant in the 1st Olympiad (1927) in London. Art W.

  • book

    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

  • book

    4137.94 $

    Exclusive chess & quot ; Indian & quot ;, Czech Republic, 20th century. Porcelain, a packing case lined with blue silk, chess in perfect condition was made to order. Overglaze polychrome painting, gilding. In a gift case with two compartments. Same set available at the Museum of Porcelain Chess in St. Petersburg. & nbsp; One of the first The ceramics factory in Bohemia became a factory in the city of Spirits, founded in 1853. Porcelain production in the spiritual factory began at the end of the 19th century. & nbsp; Perfect shapes. The height of the king is 11.5 cm. The diameter of the base is 3.5 cm. The field is 42x42 cm. Suitcase size 50x50 see Art & ndash; 19 & ndash; from 30 & nbsp; & nbsp;

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    20.69 $

    Here is an original chess game textbook. Its author & mdash; famous chess writer and master who wrote about 180 chess books. You can increase your level of play, improve your understanding of the debut, middlegame and endgame. The book contains many examples from the work of world champions (about 250!), as well as other prominent chess players. For a wide range of chess lovers and connoisseurs.

  • book

    The self-instruction manual is published in three volumes and contains a total of 1132 positions for solution, including 852 games of grandmasters and masters and 280 studies (with answers and explanations). & quot; Modern chess tutorial & quot; Designed for chess players - sportsmen who want to improve their game by expanding their knowledge in the field of strategy, tactics and technology at various stages of the chess game, as well as for chess trainers. 1, 3 volume - excellent condition. Volume 2 - satisfactory condition, traces of water.

  • book

    1075.86 $

    Works fine, used, very good condition. Brought from Germany, there is a description in English and German. Proprietary power supply included.

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    A premium chess set is on sale: the board and chess are Staunton original. Production & ndash; United Kingdom. Perfect condition. The size of the board is 58 * 58 cm, the size of the chess cell is 6, 5 * 6, 5 cm. Size chess boxes: 19.5 * 16 * 10.5 cm. The height of the king is 10 cm, the diameter of the base of the king & nbsp; - 4 cm. & Nbsp; Art cabinet on the right

  • book

    31.03 $

    1557 games!

  • book

    24.00 $

    This book is a reprinted edition of the one, published in Riga, in 1938. The year of publishing is approximately 1992. The book is absolutely new but the quality of printing is not sharp.  Kemeri 1937 was a chess tournament held in the resort town Ķemeri, Latvia, at the Gulf of Riga from 16 June to 8 July 1937. There were three co-winners: Samuel Reshevsky, Salo Flohr and Vladimir Petrovs. Petrovs was one of the world's leading chess players in the late 1930s (e.g., the 8th Chess Olympiad at Buenos Aires 1939), but due to the political tragedies that befell the Baltic states in World War II, he became a victim of the Soviet oppression and perished in Kotlas (Russia) gulag in 1943. Alekhine and Keres tied for 4th through 5th. Endre Steiner from Hungary captured sole 6th with six points, followed by Saviely Tartakower Ruben Fine for 7th and 8th respectively.  

  • book

    28.97 $

    Before you apply your novelty in the debut, check if Keres wrote about it in the last century! & quot; Regarding the debut books, the wonderful completely books were written by Paul Keres. His ideas, I think, have not lost relevance today. & Quot; V. Ivanchuk (from an interview with E. Surov).