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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:
    Galkin

    16.67 $
  • Author:
    Kostrov

    Hundreds of thousands of novice chess players have held in their hands the solution books of “1000 chess problems” for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd years of study. These collections became winners of the “Chess Vseobuch of Russia” competition. We decided to combine our three books into one so that the future grandmaster would have more opportunities for improvement and choice of material. It will also be easier for students and coaches to regulate the speed of the material. In the first parts of our book, novice chess players will get acquainted with all possible types of checkmates. Then, future grandmasters will learn to deliver magnificent double blows with a queen and a knight, promote a pawn to a queen. Studying according to this solution book, you will also master the pin, learn to cover yourself from the enemy's pieces, block the enemy's forces, destroy the most reliable fortresses, distract and entice his royal majesty and much more. Work with the book as with a textbook, and do not forget to write down the solutions under each diagram! The correct solutions are at the end of the book. For the widest range of chess fans.

    15.75 $
  • Author:
    Fine

    In the vast ocean of chess literature there are relatively few books about the endgame, and only a few of them can be considered true chess classics. And the most outstanding among the classics — Reuben Fine's book "Basic Chess Endings". Reuben Fine (1914−1993) was for a long time one of the best chess players in the world. As an author, Fine showed himself to be an excellent analyst who understood the full depth and peculiarities of the endgame. Having studied various types of standard positions, Fine established useful rules for practical play and proved himself to be an experienced teacher who, using skillfully chosen examples, was able to teach the reader all the necessary lessons and introduce him to the basic ideas of the endgame. Many generations of chess players in different countries of the world keep copies of “Basic Chess Endings”. For example, Mikhail Botvinnik considered Fine's work the most worthy of all that had ever been written on endgame theory.

    35.00 $
  • 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:
    Chernyshov

    The authors continue to study typical opening and middlegame positions. Royal Fortress No. 2 has pawns on squares f7, g6, h7 (or f2, g3, h2), and they are usually joined by another defender – bishop on g7 (g2). This formation is called fianchetto, it is found in many popular openings, such as the Catalan Opening, King's Indian Defense, Grunfeld Defense and a number of others.  The authors analyze in detail the techniques of attack, defense and counterattack. Most examples – from the creativity of modern chess players (for example, a separate chapter is dedicated to the strongest Russian grandmaster Ian Nepomniachtchi); they are complemented by parts that have become a classical heritage. The book contains about 300 positions for independent solution, so it is not only a textbook, but also a solid problem book. Grandmaster Konstantin Chernyshov, head of the Interregional Grandmaster School in Kostroma, and his daughter International Master Natalya Kareva – experienced coaches, whose students include grandmasters and masters, champions of Russia and Europe among juniors.  The book is addressed to young chess players and their mentors. 

    20.00 $
  • Author:
    Kasparov

    41.67 $
  • Author:
    Kapengut

    An outstanding theorist and successful coach shares his memories of communication and cooperation with Mikhail Tal, Anatoly Karpov, Isaac Boleslavsky, Elena Akhmylovskaya and other outstanding chess players. Separate large chapter – a story about many years of work with Boris Gelfand: over these years (1980-1993) the student went from a 12-year-old candidate for master to the holder of the 3rd rating in the world. Albert Kapengut – winner of 6 gold medals at the World Student Olympics, seven-time champion of Belarus, participant in the individual and team championships of the USSR among men, champion of the USSR as part of the Burevestnik team. The book includes 70 games commented in detail by the author, a careful study of which will help the reader not only better understand popular opening schemes, but also get a taste for serious analytical work. “My story is not so much about a career, although “you can’t erase words from a song,” but about memorable situations, often funny, sometimes absurd, and dotted about people I met along the way, sometimes with touches of biography, prompting readers to become interested in more complete information.” ;" (A. Kapengut). For a wide range of chess lovers.

    43.33 $
  • 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 $
  • 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 $
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Chess textbook 1991-2023

  • book

    19.00 $

    RUB

    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.

  • book

    18.75 $

    RUB

    The textbook by the famous coach Mark Dvoretsky (1947-2016) is a collection of instructive games with detailed comments. Their careful study will be of great benefit to anyone who is serious about self-improvement and wants to understand what problems grandmasters and masters face at the board, how they solve them, what lies behind the mistakes they sometimes make and how to avoid them. The book consists of seven parts: Lessons from One Game, Positional Games, Opening Discussions, The King in Danger, Under Fire, Games with Questions, Playing Out. You can concentrate on purely practical training by solving exercises, or first study those sections that interest the reader most. The last two parts of the book are devoted to specific forms of training that the author regularly used in his classes: analyzing games in the form of solving a series of successive problems and playing out specially selected positions. For a wide range of chess fans.

  • book

    15.00 $

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    "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

    24.88 $

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    On this legendary book several generations of chess players have grown up. A systematic course for dischargers, illustrated by numerous (1077) carefully chosen examples. Teachers and trainers can build their lessons with the help of this book fascinatingly, consistently mastering the strategy and tactics of the royal games. According to the absolute majority of specialists - the necessary book on shelf of any qualified chess player. One of the most important textbooks in chess literature.

  • book

    6.25 $

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    The reseller. A bunch, a double blow. 1-2 digit, 1700-2000 Elo. This collection of chess tasks and combinations & ndash; continuation of the series of "Remakes & raquo ;. You have matured, that's why the tasks became more difficult. In this collection, two topics are presented: DOUBLE SHOCK and BINDING. A rare chess game does without these tactics. And a bunch, and a double blow can meet both in the early debut, and in a deep endgame. Any piece, even a king and pawn, can strike a double blow. But the queen and the horse are especially dangerous, which can & laquo; work & raquo; immediately in eight directions! And how difficult it is sometimes to get rid of the bundle, which the elephants and enemy rooks are ready to do to you. We hope that our book will help you to turn these dangerous devices into your good allies. Having coped with the tasks of the new "Razhebnik", you will very soon be able to put yourself in the service in practical games and a bunch, and a double blow! Decide on health!

  • book

    20.00 $

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    In his new textbook the famous English grandmaster and the wonderful chess writer John Nunn draws our attention to the middle of the game - the stage in which most often most fights are decided. The author teaches an understanding of the attacking and positional game. Have A careful reader will not have problems with choosing a plan, regardless of the type of position that occurs. Each lesson includes two vivid examples from the modern chess practice, which are thoroughly commented on attention to the most important details of the position. Wherein The ideas of both sides are emphasized, so that the reader learns to destroy the opponent's plans and form his own. Learn the middlegame with John Nunn! For a wide range of chess fans. Increased format (170x235 mm).

  • book

    12.25 $

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    The authors (an outstanding grandmaster and well-known chess master) lead the reader from the very basics, from the rules of the game and the moves of figures, to the understanding of beauty and the depth of chess. Now you can give battle to your neighbor, relative or friend! One of the best, legendary textbooks for beginners, which has grown several generations of chess players from different countries. For the widest circle of chess fans. Increased format (170х222 mm).

  • book

    17.50 $

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    The book by the famous grandmaster and experienced coach Konstantin Chernyshov is a new, effective method for developing the calculation of variations, vision of the board and concentration of attention. Three levels of difficulty are aimed at a wide range of readers: both chess lovers and professional athletes. Tips and tricks will also be useful to parents whose children play chess. If you are looking for ways to expand your abilities, this book is for you!

  • book

    15.00 $

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    This book is equally an excellent textbook for independent work, and a valuable methodological tool for chess trainers and teachers. Many experts even believe that nothing better has been created to this day. As a training program for chess players, it was developed by the Honored Coach of the USSR, USSR Master of Sports Viktor Golenishchev. The programs of V.Golenishchev (IV-III grades, II class, 1st category and candidate for master) still retain great methodological value and are successfully applied in chess pedagogy. It is noteworthy that this technique is extremely popular not only among our trainers, but also among foreign specialists. This edition of this classic book is supplemented by examples from the work of the best chess players of recent years and reflects modern views on chess. Under the general wording of the multiple world champion Anatoly Karpov.

  • book

    15.40 $

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    Here is a self-help guide to the game of chess, which will be useful not only for beginners, but also for beginners. Its author, a well-known master writer, offers beginners to make an exciting journey into the chess world. You have to go from familiarization with the rules of the game to the ability to use typical techniques and make beautiful combinations. All the topics are illustrated with carefully thought-out examples. At the end of each chapter, you will find several exercises that will help you understand if the lesson has been learned well. At one time, the book was approved by Mikhail Tal himself, who wrote a preface to it. Have a good trip!

  • book

    28.97 $

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    The book is dedicated to the work of the strongest chess player of modern times, to the world champion, the owner of the highest rating Magnus Karlsen. The emphasis is on the teaching component. A separate chapter is devoted to the often used Norwegian genius such a delicate technique, as the "positional sacrifice of a pawn". In another chapter, the analysis of Karlsen's chess ideas is analyzed. His selected parties are listed with detailed comments of grandmasters (more than 100 examples), including matches for the world championship, including the victorious battle of 2016 against Sergei Karyakin. This work , according to the Spanish publishers of this book, perfectly complements the work of A. Mikhalchishin and O. Stetsko, 60 parties of the leader of the Soviet chess team. For a wide range of chess players.