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  • Author:
    Gezalyan

    International Master Tibor Karolyi and FIDE Master Tigran Gozalyan have prepared a major work (in two volumes) about the life and work of the 9th world chess champion Tigran Petrosyan (he held the title from 1963 to 1969).  Volume II (1963-1984) tells about Petrosyan's victory in the 1963 world title match over Mikhail Botvinnik, about the grandiose two-match confrontation with Boris Spassky in 1966 and 1969, about all his candidates' matches after losing the title – against Bobby Fischer, Viktor Korchnoi and other world-class opponents. All tournaments and matches of the second half of Petrosian's chess career are presented, up to his last performances in 1983. The authors subjected 175 complete games and fragments to an in-depth analysis (using modern computers). Not all of them have been deeply studied and commented on before, but even then the book provides a significantly improved analysis. Among Petrosyan’s opponents – world champions and contenders Kasparov, Karpov, Fischer, Spassky, Tal, Smyslov, Botvinnik, Korchnoi and Bronstein, as well as Timman, Larsen, Reshevsky, Belyavsky, Polugaevsky, Portisch, Romanishin and many others. Special attention is paid to his coaches – Alexey Suetin and Igor Zaitsev. 

    50.00 $
  • 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:
    Bezgodov

    The youngest first–grader in the USSR, the world champion among young men, a participant in the candidates tournament at the age of 19 - Boris Spassky's rise was rapid. And then fate gave the brilliant chess player a test of strength: he stumbled twice at the decisive moment and remained beyond the threshold of interzonal tournaments ... Only ten years after his first great success, Spassky managed to pass all the qualifying tests and earn the right to a match for the crown, but he failed to defeat the Iron Tigran Petrosian the first time. It took three more years of super–efforts: by Sisyphus he rose again to the foot of Olympus and did not miss a second chance - in 1969 he became the Tenth king of chess! An essay about the life of Boris Vasilyevich and his sporting path full of ups and downs was written by Dmitry Oleynikov, Candidate of Historical Sciences, curator of the Chess Museum of the Chess Federation of Russia. 70 beautiful and instructive games of Spassky were commented on by the champion of Russia in 1993, the famous author and theorist grandmaster Alexey Bezgodov, as well as grandmaster Dmitry Kryakvin and FIDE master Steve Giddins. The preface was written by the 14th world champion Vladimir Kramnik. For a wide range of chess fans.

    21.67 $
  • Author:
    Tal

    21.67 $
  • 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:
    Bogdanovich

    50.00 $
  • 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 $
  • Made in Holland. Chess computer "Centaur" easy to use. You can easily install any language. Using the touch panel  40x40 cm (cell size 48 x 48 mm) you can easily move the figures. The sensors will record strokes. The board has a capacious rechargeable internal battery. The uniqueness of the computer is that it quickly adapts to  your playing strength (from beginner to grandmaster) so that you have the right opponent. Centaur will help you analyze the game so as not to make the same mistakes and improve your chess skill. Please note, computer is not compatible to connect to your PC or online chess. The set includes USB cable and DGT electronic chess pieces . Height of the king is 86mm.  

    1553.60 $
  • 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 $
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    Honored trainer of Belarus, author of classical works & laquo; Endgame strategy & raquo; and & laquo; Endgame outlines & raquo; reveals his methods of working with young chess players, helping in a few years to bring the first-rate player & ndash; candidate for master to the level of international master & ndash; the grandmaster. In the first part of the book we are talking about building a debut repertoire and studying classics, the second explains the main principles of complex game endings. The third and final part sets forth the author's view of the tremendous changes that are taking place today in the work of the children's coach. The book is addressed, first of all, to young chess players, their coaches and parents, but it will be useful to all chess fans regardless of age and qualification. & laquo; Magnificent books by Michael Shereshevsky & laquo; Endgame outlines & raquo; and the endgame strategy is & raquo; and from the point of view of the XXI century are considered classical, it's not for nothing that world champion Magnus Carlsen praised the works of Shereshevsky almost 30 years after their publication. In his new work, the author summarizes the many years of coaching experience, reveals the secrets of his methodology. I am sure that this book will benefit both thoughtful coaches and young chess players, aimed at the highest results & raquo;

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    20.69 $

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    The first book of a famous journalist, chief editor of the magazine & laquo; 64 & ndash; Chess Review & raquo; and ChessPro Maxim Notkin site & ndash; This is a collection of selected materials of the author, published primarily in popular author headings & laquo; Cabaret & quot; Flying pawn & quot; & raquo; (& laquo; 64 & raquo;) and & laquo; Maximize Your Tactics & raquo; (& laquo; New in Chess & raquo;). The reader will meet with brilliant finds on a chessboard and various records, as well as curious errors and incredible eclipses. 350 beautiful and instructive positions from practical batches are offered for independent decision. The tasks are divided into three levels of difficulty, they are of interest both for chess players of dischargers, and for masters and grandmasters. & laquo; I always loved what Max was doing & ndash; few in whom so combined understanding and respect for chess and an excellent command of their native language & raquo; (P. Svidler). For a wide range of chess lovers.

  • book

    18.20 $

    RUB

    Classic textbook. Continuation of "My system". A true idea of ​​Nimtsovitch, as an artist and chess philosopher, can only be obtained by one who is familiar with his books. The book "My system in practice" is especially interesting. In it he illustrates by numerous examples his strategy, which he developed into a whole system.

  • book

    14.14 $

    RUB

    The proposed book was a reference book of many outstanding chess players of the past and present. Written in a lively, figurative language, this is not just a classic, but really brilliant tutorial of a positional game. The book will be useful both to chess players who have just begun their ascent on the grading stages, and to their more experienced colleagues.

  • book

    15.71 $

    RUB

    My system was the reference book of many outstanding chess players of the past and present. Blockade and prevention, undermining the base of the pawn chain and maneuvering, excessive protection and a mysterious move - these and many other techniques were laid out on the shelves of the famous grandmaster and teacher Aron Nimtsovich. Written in a lively, figurative language, this is not just a classic, but really brilliant tutorial of the positional game. A chess player who has seriously studied it will learn to penetrate deep into the mysteries of the ancient game. The book will be useful as chessplayers, who just started climbing the grades of classification, and their more experienced colleagues.

  • book

    15.00 $

    RUB

    "My system" was the reference book of many outstanding chess players of the past and present. Blockade and prevention, undermining the base of the pawn chain and maneuvering, excessive protection and a mysterious move - these and many other techniques were laid out on the shelves of the famous grandmaster and teacher Aron Nimtsovich. Written in a lively, imaginative language, this is not just a classic, but really brilliant textbook positional games. A chess player who has seriously studied it will learn a deep penetration into the mysteries of the ancient game. The book will be useful as chessplayers, who just started climbing the grades of classification, and their more experienced colleagues.

  • book

    31.03 $

    RUB

    My system was a reference book of many outstanding chess players of the past and present. Blockade and prevention, undermining the base of the pawn chain and maneuvering, excessive defense and a mysterious move - these and many other techniques were laid out on the shelves by the famous grandmaster and teacher Aron Nimtsovich. Written in lively, imaginative language, this is not just a classic, but a truly brilliant positional play tutorial. A chess player who has seriously studied it will learn to deeply penetrate the secrets of the ancient game. The book will be useful both to chess players who have just started climbing the grades of classification, and to their more experienced colleagues. True view of Nimzowicz as an artist and a chess philosopher can only be obtained by those who are familiar with his books. Book My System in Practice especially interesting. In it, he illustrates with numerous examples his strategy, which he developed into a whole system. Alexander Alekhin

  • book

    16.55 $

    RUB

    Distinguished coach of Belarus, author of classic works & laquo; Endgame Strategy & raquo; and & laquo; Endgame Contours & raquo; reveals his method of working with young chess players, which helps to bring the first-rank riders over several years & ndash; Candidate master to the level of an international master & ndash; grandmaster. The first part of the book deals with the construction of a debut repertoire and the study of classics, the second explains the main principles of complex game endings. In the third and final part, the author’s view of the tremendous changes taking place today in the work of a children's trainer is presented. The book is addressed, first of all, to young chess players, their coaches and parents, but it will be useful to all chess fans, regardless of age and qualifications. & laquo; The magnificent books of Michael Shereshevsky & laquo; The contours of the endgame & raquo; and & laquo; Endgame Strategy & raquo; and from the point of view of the 21st century, they are considered classical; it’s not for nothing that world champion Magnus Carlsen praised the works of Shereshevsky almost 30 years after their publication. In his new work, the author summarizes many years of coaching experience, reveals the secrets of his technique. I am confident that this book will benefit both thoughtful coaches and young chess players who are aiming for the highest results. ”

  • book

    5.53 $

    RUB

    This book, written by an outstanding grandmaster and wonderful chess thinker Richard Reti, is both instructive and fascinating. The author himself did not consider it a textbook. But by reading it, from which you will receive unconditional pleasure, you will become aware of the ideas around which fierce controversy was in the beginning of the 20th century. These ideas have largely retained their significance to this day. For a wide range of chess fans.

  • book

    5.15 $

    RUB

    This book, written by an outstanding grandmaster and wonderful chess thinker Richard Reti, is both instructive and fascinating. The author himself did not consider it a textbook. But by reading it, from which you will receive unconditional pleasure, you will become aware of the ideas around which fierce controversy was in the beginning of the 20th century. These ideas have largely retained their significance to this day. For a wide range of chess fans.

  • book

    5.18 $

    RUB

  • book

    The book contains material collected by the author for 30 years as a coach. The first edition was published in 1994. Addressed to young chess players 8-12 years old, will also be useful to their mentors.