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  • 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 $
  • 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:
    Tal

    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:
    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 $
  • Author:
    Chandler

    The set consists of the book Chandler M. Chess for Children (gift edition) and the hero of this book - Marty the dragon (Dragon is the symbol of 2024). LEARN CHESS with the Very Big Dragon Marty! Using this entertaining book, your child will quickly and easily learn to play chess – the world's most popular strategy game that develops logical thinking. The rules are explained clearly and clearly, step by step, from scratch. The lessons reinforce the fun conversations between the boy Petya and his favorite dragon Marty, who calls himself the Very Big Dragon. In many countries, chess is recognized as a useful means of developing creative thinking in children. Although they are considered a complex and even mysterious game, the rules are quite simple. It doesn't take long to understand how the pieces move, and even a five-year-old child can enjoy chess. And children really like to beat their friends and relatives! Enlarged format (210x290 mm) The cute green dragon, the symbol of 2024, symbolizing strength, generosity, courage and endurance, is the hero of the book, which explains the rules of the chess game. The dragon has a suction cup, and you can use it to hang the toy on a glossy surface, on a window or refrigerator. Made of soft fabric,  has a height of 20 cm and a length of 26 cm.

    27.33 $
  • Author:
    Bologan

    «The idea of continuing the autobiographical book “Steps” has been in the air almost since the moment it was written. Despite the bullet point at the end of the book in the form of a victory over Magnus Carlsen, my chess career continued for another full 14 years, and the subsequent stormy socio-political career is only gaining momentum.” (V. Bologan).  The book contains 75 games commented in detail and a number of fragments. A frank story about the life and professional path, about cooperation with the leading grandmasters and coaches of the world (among them - A. Karpov, G. Kasparov, Yu. Polgar, Zhu Chen, R. Ponomarev, A. Shirov, A. Morozevich, A. Onischuk, A. Ryazantsev, E. Inarkiev, M. Al-Mudakhka, M. Dvoretsky, M. Podgaets, V. Chebanenko, Z. Lanka and others), about political activities in the Parliament of Moldova and about work in FIDE are complemented by numerous photographs.   For a wide range of chess lovers.

    36.67 $
  • Author:
    Karoii

    50.00 $
  • Author:
    Galkin

    16.67 $
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    1996.67 $

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    Link on the manufacturer's website: https://kadun.ru/item/00095/#photo-1. It will fit harmoniously into almost any classic interior, decorating it and giving it a special charm. ———————--Barleycorn figures-------– light figures - maple, matt lacquer dark figures - mahogany, matt lacquer all with weighting, the bases are glued with felt. ———————--Chess board—————————— chessboard - matt lacquer light cage – maple dark cage - sapele case - solid ash tinted the design of the board with a removable top cover, cells for each figure are made in the lower part of the board, the legs are glued with a cloth. ————————————Packaging----------- a box made of handmade natural linen. ————————————Dimensions----------- king – height 12.5cm stand diameter 3.5cm pawn – height 5.4cm stand diameter 3.2cm board – width 45cm height 7cm cage 4cm - The king has a high headdress. They reach a height of 12.5 cm and have an abstract shape. The circular pattern used for the external decoration of the figures resembles barley grains. Hence the name of the series – Barleycorn. -The bishop, king, queen and pawns have ornaments resembling the ruffled collars popular at that time. The figures are clear even to beginners. -Each figure is located on a small rounded pedestal of individual shape. Inside the stands of the figures there are weights. The bottom is lined with velvet for a softer sliding on the board. -Large sizes add weight to the game, and representativeness to the set. This is one of the reasons why barleycorn chess quickly gained popularity in Europe. -The shape of the chessboard is the author's: elegant, and at the same time massive. The top cover is removable. Inside there are figures in a soft velvet bed with individual cells. ART P11

  • book

    1500.00 $

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    Pawn height 6.5 cm The diameter of the pawn base is 2.3 cm The height of the king is 9 cm. The diameter of the king base is 2.5 cm ART P11.

  • book

    2666.67 $

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    Tobolsk factory of artistic bone carving products, a small industrial enterprise in Tobolsk, one of the few bone carving factories in the world. Founded in 1929  like a bone-cutting shop at the “Kustar” artel based on folk crafts characteristic of Tobolsk in the 18th & 19th centuries. In 1932–1960  worked as an artel of artistic bone carving "Koopexportsbyt". In 1957  The best works of Tobolsk bone carvers received high praise at the exhibition “Artists of the USSR”. In 1958  won the Big Gold Medal at the Brussels Exhibition. The artel was transformed into a factory in 1960  In 1975  The factory was awarded the Order of the Badge of Honor. Mammoth bone, elk antlers, cattle hooves, and rarely – bison horns, roe deer and whale tusks. The factory employs about 50 carvers (2021; including 8 craftsmen). Main products – bracelets, keychains, vases, business card holders, combs, icons, necklaces, board games, miniatures, knives, pendants, earrings, boxes; characteristic features of products – detailed study of ornaments, faces, volumes. Height of the king - 7 cm Base diameter - 3 cm Pawn height - 5.5 cm The diameter of the pawn base is 3 cm Game cage size - 4.5 cm Board size 44x44 cm. ART P11

  • book

    1500.00 $

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    Size 18x11x11.5 cm Art P11

  • book

    5666.67 $

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    Gift chess "Flora", Russia, amber and redwood manufactory "Emelyanov and Sons", amber, stained oak, composite. The set includes a game board, a set of composite figures, and a case. Weight in case 9.5 kg, product weight 6 kg.   ART P-19  

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    2666.67 $

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    Board size 45x45 cm King height 13 cm Base diameter 4.5 cm A real VIP gift All the most influential political figures on your chess board. Chessboard - mahogany. The figurines are made of high quality porcelain and painted by hand. ART P11

  • book

    1666.67 $

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    The height of the king is 10 cm. PHOTO PHOTO PHOTO

  • book

    6000.00 $

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    Exclusive handcrafted artwork. The figures are made of white and dark amber. The chessboard is made of swamp oak with amber inserts of various shades. Chess is packed in a special suitcase. Suitcase width 50 cm, suitcase height 26.5 cm, suitcase depth 11 cm. Board size 42 * 42 cm, cage size 4 * 4 cm, king height 7.8 cm , the diameter of the king's base is 2, 5 cm. Art 19

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    1666.67 $

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    New. Cobalt porcelain with gilding. Author's work. Verbilki. Limited edition. CHARACTERISTICS: Chessboard: size 44 x 38 cm. Height of figures: from 7.0 to 9.0 cm. Size of suitcase: 46x40x9 cm. ART P12

  • book

    666.67 $

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    Attention! One pawn is missing from the set. The board has small chips. Chess from the times of the USSR, heavy. . Rock crystal figures  very large, hollow inside. Presidential level chess, at one time such chess was given to General Gromov, Fidel Castro, Kadyrov Sr., Leonid Kuchma, the President of Armenia. Very rare.  ART P12 (Back)

  • book

    4166.67 $

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    Furstenberg porcelain manufactory. Chess "Busts". Germany, mid-20th century. Two-layer jasper mass. Brand of the Furstenberg porcelain manufactory. In 1747, Duke Charles I of Brunswick founded a porcelain manufactory at Fürstenberg Castle (Saxony). Porcelain production, which became the second largest in Germany, soon made Fürstenberg a kind of artistic center of the duchy.  The same set is available in the Porcelain Chess Museum in St. Petersburg. Porcelain glaze.  Glass board. King height 9.5 cm Pawn height 6 cm Art P12

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    3300.00 $

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