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  • 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 $
  • Unique chess for 3 players. Such chess will appeal to any person who chooses something new and appreciates original things. Manufacturer MADON-CHESS (Poland) Chessboard size: 46.5x54x2.5cm (unfolded) King height: 7.7cm King base diameter (cm): 3  Pawn height (cm): 3.6 Pawn base diameter (cm): 2.1 Presence of weighting agent: no Weight: 1311 g. Wood used for the chessboard: beech, birch Wood used for figures: hornbeam, beech  Intermediate chess for three is ideal entertainment for friends. The chess store presents to customers a unique set from a Polish manufacturer. If you are planning to buy a medium chess set for three in Moscow, pay attention to the set MADON-CHESS.   The main advantages of a chess set for three are reasonable cost and workmanship. The chess pieces are made of beech and oak of the highest quality. The chessboard is not inferior in quality: it is based on birch and beech.  The set consists of chess in three colors.  The chessboard has a compact size and is convenient to store on a shelf. Inside the board there are three separate compartments for storing pieces. For convenience and to keep products intact, the board is equipped with a soft lining.

    214.50 $
  • 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:
    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:
    Galkin

    16.67 $
  • 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

    In his new book, grandmaster Zenon Franco deeply analyzes the 69 instructive victories of the 11th world champion Robert Fischer. The book is not overloaded with options, the emphasis – with detailed explanations in a move-by-move style, creating an ideal platform for learning chess. In the "reference" At points in each game, the reader is offered test questions, which helps both the practical study of key techniques of the chess game and the reliable assimilation of acquired knowledge. Questions and answers engage the reader in the learning process and help him track his growth in chess strength. The appendix provides a critical analysis of the unsatisfactory translation of Robert Fisher's famous book “My 60 Memorable Games.”

    23.33 $
  • 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 $
  • The size of the board when folded is 35x17.5 cm. The size of the board when unfolded is 35x35 cm. Cage size is 3x3 cm  King height 6.6 cm. Base diameter 2.2 cm. Pawn height 3.1 cm. Base diameter 2 cm. Backgammon - checker 2.1 cm. Weight 830 g. Includes backgammon chips and dice Chess board and backgammon chips can be used to play checkers Manufacturer Poland

    148.00 $
  • 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 $
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Chess textbook 1991-2023

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    20.69 $

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    Jonathan Hawkins' book answers the question of how an ordinary club-level player managed to storm the gross maester heights in a short time. The secret of success & ndash; in knowing what to learn and how to do it as efficiently as possible. With an emphasis on endgame learning, Jonathan developed the building block method. and highlighted the strictly necessary topics for in-depth analysis. The result of hard work was his meteoric rise up the ranking ladder. For the first time, the secrets of the author's notebooks are revealed on the pages of the book. His personal experience and methods, which have proven to be effective, will help the reader to seriously increase their practical playing power through deep mastering of the key aspects of chess. Many assignments teach ideas that cannot be found in any textbook.

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    20.69 $

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    The book is intended for all those who have faith in the ability to self-improvement and want to increase their practical strength. If the reader learns something new and useful for himself, the author will consider his task accomplished. Vladimir Borisovich Tukmakov, a great chess player in the past, has achieved outstanding success in recent years as a coach. He twice led the national team of Ukraine to the Olympic gold medals and was recognized as the best coach of FIDE in 2010, having received the "coaching" Oscar. " In this book, the author in fascinating form and at the same time with the highest professionalism talks about the problems of training a chess player, not only theoretical, but also psychological, which is sometimes of no less importance. Tukmakov reveals the "secrets" of modern computer training, subtle nuances of the team struggle.

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    20.69 $

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    20.69 $

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    The American grandmaster, junior world champion Daniil Naroditsky addresses the theme of the endgame in his new book. It is both a textbook and a collection of interesting and instructive examples and exercises. This book will take your endgame technique to the next level. Foreword by two-time champion of the USSR Lev Psakhis. For a wide range of chess lovers.

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    20.28 $

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    The book is dedicated to the work of the strongest modern chess player. to the world champion, winner of the highest rating to Magnus Carlsen. The emphasis is on the educational component. A separate chapter is devoted- a puppy often used by such a subtle reception by the Norwegian genius, like & laquo; positional pawn sacrifice & raquo ;. Another chapter analyzes evo- Carlsen's Chess Ideas. His selected parties are given with detailed comments by the grandmasters (more than 100 examples), including world championship matches, including victorious 2016 duel against Sergey Karjakin. This work, according to the Spanish publishers of this book, is excellent. complements the work of A. Mikhalchishin and O. Stetsko & laquo; 60 parties of the leader of the co- belt chess & raquo ;. For a wide range of chess players. This is an e-book, a link to which will be available in your account after payment.

  • book

    20.15 $

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    If you like chess and want to improve your chess skills, then this book is for you. It is dedicated to the art of combinations and combines the functions of a textbook and a task book, that is, it provides the basics not only of theory, but also of practice. The material in it is grouped according to traditional chess themes, which are illustrated by 1325 classic examples and are presented in the form of lessons with an explanation of a particular tactical device. The book will be useful for both professional chess players and those who are taking their first steps in the study of chess tactics.

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    20.15 $

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    Dynamics is one of the most important elements of a chess game. Having deeply penetrated into the dynamic features of the situation appearing on the board, you will learn to develop the initiative, as well as to predict the nature of the change in attitude. With these skills, you can significantly increase your chess strength. The author - a former Odessa, and now an Austrian grandmaster, coach and writer - tells in detail on the pages of this book about his vision of the dynamics and its place in a chess game. For a wide range of chess lovers.

  • book

    20.15 $

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    A good primer and teacher’s manual. The book examines the possibility of using chess as an effective means of teaching, developing and educating schoolchildren. Methodological recommendations on the organization of chess education in schools are given, the ways of familiarizing schoolchildren, teachers, and parents with the laws of a chess game, combining elements of science, art and sport, are shown.

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    20.15 $

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    Fourth Edition! This textbook covers all the elements of a chess game and is actually a complete course for preparing chess players up to and including the 1st grade. It contains the most interesting theoretical findings, the brightest combinations and the best games of the strongest chess players of different playing styles, which allowed the author to reveal additional facets of chess in the educational material. Tasks for independent work will help in consolidating all the above topics. The textbook is written primarily with the expectation of the possibility of self-study, although it should be a great helper for a children's trainer. The book is written in a lively, figurative language and will be fascinating for all readers.

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    20.15 $

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    In most books devoted to the positional game, de- focuses on specific aspects of chess strategy, but the famous Danish grandmaster and theorist Lars Bo Hansen has different goals. It creates a structure whose elements systematized and organized - a structure that, players can make the right strategic decisions in batch time. Hansen suggests to understand, whether can (and if they can, then how) the principles known in the business world following and modeling to be applied in chess. Av- It reveals that in these activities there are many th, and discusses how these ideas can be used in preparation for the party and decision-making behind the board. For a wide range of chess fans

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    The book of the popular author of the grand master N.M. Kalinichenko is dedicated to the art of chess attack on the king in all stages of the party: debut, middlegame and endgame. This work is a textbook, richly illustrated both by classical and modern examples. The book is intended for all chess lovers - from beginners to experienced players.

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    20.04 $

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    The book of a chess veteran, a FIDE master, a participant in the world championship among veterans and a number of international and national competitions, a teacher, teacher and licensed trainer, Doctor of Technical Sciences Branz Efim Markovich in an entertaining and fascinating way promotes chess art. The book is educational and informative in nature, primarily on the art of combinations of the game with its wide range of ideas, methods and plans, implemented in chess pearls and masterpieces. This is a concentrated dedication to aesthetics, the beauty of chess creativity created by the Personality, with the display of its individual typological features. The book is attractive, has social and educational significance, it is intended for young children of various chess qualifications, as well as their parents, useful for children and youth coaches and organizers of chess work.