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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:
    Getmanchuk

    16.67 $
  • The size of the board when folded is 46x23x5 cm. The size of the board when unfolded is 35x35 cm. Cage size is 4.6x4.6 cm  The height of the king is 10 cm. The diameter of the base is 3 cm. Pawn height 5.5 cm. Base diameter 2.8 cm. Weight 1380 g. ART 123 Manufacturer Poland

    183.15 $
  • 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:
    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:
    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 $
  • Magnetic road chess: folding board-case made of artificial leather, tablet-figures with a convex image. Wallet size 19x22 cm. The playing field is 15.5 x 15.5 cm. Cell 2x2 cm.

    51.72 $
  • 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:
    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:
    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 $
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    Creativity of the youngest grandmaster of the world; gift format, photo

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    26.67 $

    RUB

    There is also a half-price option with significant cover defects that do not interfere with reading. The book reveals ways to play in the most popular formation - the Carlsbad pawn structure. The authors review typical (and atypical) plans, characteristic principles and strategic techniques in attack, defense and maneuver. The publication is intended for advanced chess players, coaches, heads of chess clubs and sections, and simply chess lovers. The book inside is in perfect condition.  The cover is worn (see photo). 

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    28.33 $

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    The debut monograph (Intershah, tabular form as in the ESD, the usual language is not used).

  • book

    66.67 $

    RUB

    The book is devoted to the paradoxical beginning 1.d4 e6 2.c4 b6. I want to immediately punish the "trespasser" for neglecting the opening rules, playing 3.e4, but in this case, Black puts the opponent so many all kinds of mines and traps that they achieve advantages, even bypassing the equation's steel! To date, statistics after 3.e4 are murderous for whites: in 7 games out of 10 they are defeated!

  • book

    17.27 $

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    Can there be something in chess that is more than one in the standings? Certainly. But what? What?! A beautiful idea that brings chess to art. Deep analysis, putting the game level with science. But first of all - amazement! Amazement in front of the life that, starting on a black-and-white board, is taking us away from it. Also does not hurry to return. A new book by a well-known chess journalist and international master Ilya of Odessa is about this. The support point is the first move b2-b3. Tools - words, options, associations. The subject of the narrative is an amazing life; a performance played out by wooden figures-actors, according to our whims and wills ...

  • book

    28.97 $

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    Состояние удовлетворительное. This new series provides an ideal platform to study chess openings. By continually challenging the reader to answer probing questions throughout the book, the Move by Move format greatly encourages the learning and practising of vital skills just as much as the traditional assimilation of opening knowledge. Carefully selected questions and answers are designed to keep you actively involved and allow you to monitor your progress as you learn. This is an excellent way to study any chess opening and at the same time improve your general chess skills and knowledge. The Torre Attack is a popular opening, especially at club level. White's development plan is straightforward and there are clear tactical and strategic goals. Sometimes White plays quietly; on other occasions he suddenly launches a direct attack against Black's king, and many quick victories arise because this unexpected aggression catches Black off guard. In this book, renowned opening expert Richard Palliser answers all the key questions and reveals everything you need to know about the opening. *Essential guidance and training in the Torre Attack *Utilizes an ideal approach to chess study *Important ideas absorbed by continued practice. Эта новая серия представляет собой идеальную платформу для изучения шахматных дебютов. Постоянно бросая вызов читателю, чтобы ответить на уточняющие вопросы на протяжении всей книги, шаг за шагом Формат сильно поощряет изучение и выполнение жизненно важных навыков так же, как и традиционные усвоения знаний. Тщательно отобранных вопросов и ответов предназначены, чтобы держать вас активно участвовать и позволяют отслеживать ваши успехи, как вы узнаете. Это отличный способ изучить любой дебют, и в то же время улучшить свои шахматные навыки и знания. Атака Торре является популярным открытием, особенно на клубном уровне. План развития белых проста и есть четкие тактические и стратегические цели. Иногда белые играют спокойно; в других случаях он вдруг начинает прямую атаку против короля черных, и возникает много быстрых побед, потому что эта неожиданная агрессия ловит черный врасплох. В этой книге известный эксперт Ричард открытие Паллисер ответы на все ключевые вопросы и показывает все, что нужно знать об открытии. *Необходимо руководство и обучение в атаке Торре *использует популярный подход к изучению шахмат *важные идеи поглощены непрерывной практики.

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    16.55 $

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    The new work of the legendary Victor Korchnoi and grandmaster Alexander Kalinin is devoted to the study of the popular semi-open beginning 1.e4 e6. V.Korchnoy for her long and brilliant chess career not only successfully applied French defense, but also "generated" ideas that promoted the theory of this debut. Being one of the main experts in the French defense, he repeatedly applied this beginning in matches for the world championship. Now you have a unique opportunity to visit the creative laboratory of an outstanding grandmaster. Along with the modern state of the theory of the basic variants of the debut, the issues of its strategic content are discussed in detail. The second volume is devoted to various modifications of the idea of ​​A. Rubinshtein connected with the exchange in the center d5: e4, and the classical system.

  • book

    16.55 $

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    The new work of the legendary Victor Korchnoi and grandmaster Alexander Kalinin is devoted to the study of the popular semi-open beginning 1.e4 e6. V.Korchnoy for her long and brilliant chess career not only successfully applied French defense, but also "generated" ideas that promoted the theory of this debut. Being one of the main experts in the French defense, he repeatedly applied this beginning in matches for the world championship. Now you have a unique opportunity to visit the creative laboratory of an outstanding grandmaster. Along with the modern state of the theory of the basic variants of the debut, the issues of its strategic content are discussed in detail. The final third volume is devoted to the most popular ramifications of the French defense - the Vinaver variant and the Tarrash variant.

  • book

    41.38 $

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    The new work of the legendary Victor Korchnoi and Grandmaster Alexander Kalinin "Walks with French Defense" is devoted to the study of the popular semi-open beginning 1.e4 e6. V.Korchnoy for her long and brilliant chess career not only successfully applied French defense, but also "generated" ideas that promoted the theory of this debut. Being one of the main experts in the world in the field of French defense, he repeatedly applied this principle in the matches for the world championship. Now you have a unique opportunity to touch the creative laboratory of an outstanding grandmaster. The second volume is devoted to various modifications of the idea of ​​A. Rubinshtein connected with the exchange in the center d5: e4, and the classical system. The final third volume is devoted to the most popular ramifications of the French defense - the Vinaver variant and the Tarrash variant.

  • book

    30.00 $

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    The book is devoted to one of the most interesting debuts of the ancient Indian defense. It is built on the author's games, which is recognized as the largest specialist of the elephant on g7, as well as on parties of such old Indian fans as Garry Kasparov, Gata Kamsky, Alexander Belyavsky, Judit Polgar. We offer fundamentally new ideas, analyze the latest discussion options ...

  • book

    43.33 $

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    Grandmaster Alexander Raetsky and international master Maxim Chetverik are well known for their work, mainly on the theory of debuts. Their books were published in Russia, England, Germany. This book is devoted to the adopted queen gambit, which the authors consider the most principled response to 1.d4. Knowledge of the standard positions of the debut will help to expand the general outlook of the chess player, since the gambit is related to many other beginnings. The book is distinguished by a non-standard presentation of material on the basis of interesting parts of many strong grandmasters played, mainly, in the last 10-15 years. Authors use their rich personal experience.

  • book

    41.46 $

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    The Panov Botvinnik attack has a uniquely important place in chess lore. After Capablanca adopted the Caro Kann, it assumed a status as the solid way for Black to escape attacking efforts of e4 players. No more gambits or attacks, just simple solid play in the center. This was the last nail in the coffin of the "Romantic" age of chess.