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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:
    Kasparov

    41.67 $
  • 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:
    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:
    Vysotsky

    20.00 $
  • 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:
    Getmanchuk

    16.67 $
  • 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:
    Galkin

    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 $
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Books 1991-2023

  • book

    5.21 $

    RUB

    The Carlsbad International Tournament of 1929 is rightfully considered one of the strongest in the history of chess. With the exception of world champion Alexander Alekhine and ex-champion Emanuel Lasker, it was attended by all the strongest players of that time, including world champion Vera Menchik. The collection of selected games of this tournament was written by the winner of the competition, an outstanding grandmaster, theorist and writer Aron Nimtsovich. This book was a logical continuation of his classic textbooks, relevant to this day & mdash; & laquo; My system & raquo; and & laquo; My system in practice & raquo ;. Vivid, memorable characteristics of the world's leading chess players, psychological nuances of the struggle, instructive comments & mdash; the reader will find all this in this book. The previous edition in Russian was published in 1930 and has long become a significant bibliographic rarity. For a wide range of chess lovers. This is an e-book, a link to which will be available in your account after payment.

  • book

    23.83 $

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    The second, after 1929, revised and significantly expanded re­edition of a classic work of chess literature. (I prize - Bogolyubov, II - Capablanca, III-IV - Rubinstein and Euwe, 12 participants in total). The book contains more than 1200 diagrams (!!), as opposed to 80 in the first edition, which allows you to literally “read” book without using chess. Gift edition, coated paper.

  • book

    8.99 $

    RUB

    This book tells about matches full of unusual adventures, tragedies, amazing victories and unfulfilled hopes, dramas at the blackboard and real miracles, stubborn confrontation and manifestations of character. Many parties - from Steinitz to Anand.

  • book

    14.48 $

    RUB

    Reprint edition. The VIII All-Union Championship (Leningrad, 1933), after a long break, gathered all the best old and young workshops of the Union and ended, as in 1931, with the victory of MM Botvinnik. Unlike other collections, in the collective work of our masters the selected best games of the tournament are collected and a detailed review of the theoretical results of the tournament is given.

  • book

    Among the largest tournaments, Linares has a special place. Every year, the organizers try to attract the strongest chess players to the tournament, as well as a new, bright star. In this role, in 2002, the 18-year-old “freshly baked” FIDE champion, Ukrainian Ruslan Ponomarev, played. Who is he? Did he accidentally win the World Cup or is he able to play on equal terms with the strongest players in the world? Detailed comments by international grandmaster Konstantin Sakaev will help chess players of any level to independently answer this question. A review of new products will give an idea of the modern debut theory and come in handy in preparation for the competition. A large number of diagrams allows you to read a book without arranging chess.

  • book

    30.00 $

    RUB

    Linares occupies a special place among the largest tournaments. Every year the organizers try to attract the strongest chess players to the tournament, as well as a new, bright star. This role was played in 2002 by the 18-year-old “freshly baked” FIDE champion, Ukrainian Ruslan Ponomarev. Who is he? Did he win the world championship by chance or is he capable of playing on equal terms with the strongest players in the world? Detailed comments from international grandmaster Konstantin Sakaev will help chess players of any level answer this question on their own. A review of new products will give an idea of modern opening theory and will be useful when preparing for competitions. A large number of diagrams allows you to read the book without arranging the chessboard.

  • book

    33.11 $

    RUB

    Your attention is invited to a collection of games of the most famous and legendary tournament in the history of chess. All the strongest chess players of that time - world champion Em. Lasker, ex-champion V. Steinitz, as well as M.Chigorin, Z.Tarrash, K.Shlechter, D.Yanovskiy and many others took part in it. And the victory went to little-known then chess player Harry Nelson Pillsbury ... Comments on the fights belong to the tournament participants, part of the & ndash; outstanding Soviet masters and analysts. Luxurious, compound binding. In a separate tab on the coated paper are photos of all the participants in the tournament. For a wide range of chess fans.

  • book

    7.50 $

    RUB

    В книге известного советского гроссмейстера рассказывается о незаурядных шахматных событиях, происшедших в течение 1984—1987 годов, о четырех матчах на первенство мира. В сущности, это первая попытка осмыслить с точки зрения специалиста весь цикл матчей между Каспаровым и Карповым, представляющихся в нашем сознании как непрерывная цепь шахматных явлений, связанных друг с другом. Автор не только анализирует творчество двух выдающихся шахматистов, но и затрагивает актуальные проблемы современных шахмат, высказывает личное мнение об этике спортивной борьбы, значении личности в достижении успеха. В конце книги приведены тексты всех 120 партий, сыгранных в четырех матчах. Для широкого круга читателей.

  • book

    20.69 $

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    Author of the book & mdash; outstanding German grandmaster, contender for world title and chess writer. The book presents two collection including chess games with detailed comments authors played at tournaments in Ostend (1907) and St. Petersburg (1914). The strongest chess players of those years & mdash; everyone was a champion their country. Among the participants: Z. Tarrash, K. Schlechter, D. Yanovsky, A. Rubinstein, M. Chigorin and many others Hence the name & mdash; & laquo; Tournaments than- peonies & raquo ;. Particular importance is attached to these chess lists. world champion E. Lasker and two future champions & mdash; H.R. Capablanca and A. Alekhine. For a wide range of chess lovers.

  • book

    14.48 $

    RUB

    Author of the book & mdash; outstanding German grandmaster, contender for world title and chess writer. The book presents two collection including chess games with detailed comments authors played at tournaments in Ostend (1907) and St. Petersburg (1914). The strongest chess players of those years & mdash; everyone was a champion their country. Among the participants: Z. Tarrash, K. Schlechter, D. Yanovsky, A. Rubinstein, M. Chigorin and many others Hence the name & mdash; & laquo; Tournaments than- peonies & raquo ;. Particular importance is attached to these chess lists. world champion E. Lasker and two future champions & mdash; H.R. Capablanca and A. Alekhine. For a wide range of chess lovers. This is an e-book, a link to which will be available in your account after payment.