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  • Author:
    Franco

    The book by grandmaster and experienced chess coach Zenon Franco includes 36 instructive attacking games and is divided into four chapters - the king in the center, one-sided castling, opposite-sided castling, and attack-defense-counterattack. Before each game, the opponents are introduced, and a brief description of the events that took place in it is given. Based on the results of the struggle in the game, lessons that are useful to learn from what has been read are listed in a concise form. The book is not overloaded with variations, the emphasis is on detailed explanations in the "move by move" format, which creates an ideal platform for studying chess. At the "support" points of each game, the reader is offered test questions, which helps both the practical study of key chess techniques and the reliable assimilation of the acquired knowledge. Questions and answers involve the reader in the learning process and help him track the growth of his chess strength. For a wide range of chess fans.

    19.00 $
  • 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 $
  • 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:
    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 $
  • 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 $
  • 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:
    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:
    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:
    Kasparov

    41.67 $
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Books 1946-1990

  • book

    27.64 $

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    The 2nd supplemented publication about the founder of chess in Russia. `Petrov Alexander Dmitrievich (1.2.1794, p. Biserovo, Pskov province., - 10.4.1867, Warsaw), the first Russian chess master, chess. theorist and composer, founder of the first chess club in Russia (St. Petersburg Society of Chess Game Lovers). The writer. State Councillor. In 1804-1840 he lived in St. Petersburg, from 1840 - in Warsaw. He played chess from the age of 7. In 1809 he won the match against one of the best Petersburgers. chess players A. Kopiev. For half a century he was the strongest chess player in Russia. He won the matches of K. Janis in the 1840s. (with handicap), S. Urusova - 3: 1 (1853) and 13: 7 (1859), I. Shumova - 4: 2 (1862). Bright master of combinational style.`

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    5.53 $

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    This book is a kind of creative report on the more than 35-year-old chess activity of the international grandmaster, Honored Coach of the USSR A.Gipslis. Multiple champion of the Latvian SSR, a participant in many All-Union and international competitions. Gipslis is also known as an experienced coach, who has repeatedly led the national team of the country. Designed for a wide range of readers.

  • book

    26.17 $

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    О жизненном и творческом пути выдающегося польского шахматиста, одного из главных претендентов на шахматную корону в годы, предшествующие первой мировой войне, А.Рубинштейна. Его вклад в современную дебютную теорию огромен: целые схемы вышли из его лаборатории и стали определяющими в дебюте четырех коней, ферзевом гамбите, защите Нимцовича. Ему во многом обязан своим долголетием вариант Чигорина в испанской партии. Рубинштейн служил шахматам истово и страстно, с рвением и аскетизмом. Очерк о Рубинштейне написан известным шахматным журналистом В.Мурахвери. Комментарииу Ю.Разуваеву. В книгу также включены партии, которые прокомментировал Рубинштейн. Для шахматистов высокой квалификации

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    Collection of parties and fragments with detailed notes.

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    0.00 $

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    The table of contents, see the photo.

  • book

    A detailed study of the work of the fourth world champion. The first volume of the monograph by grandmaster A. Kotov is devoted to the life and work of the great Russian chess player Alexander Alekhin. On a large amount of factual material, the author talks about the world’s sports and life path, gives an analysis of his work, his contribution to the theory of debuts, considers combinations and tactical strikes, and various methods of attacking the king. About 200 commented games reveal the creative laboratory of a brilliant chess player. The author set himself the task of commenting on the games of the Russian champion, so that they could become good material for training lessons in chess schools and work on the chess player’s self-improvement. The first volume is devoted to debuts, combinations and tactics. The book is designed for qualified chess players.

  • book

    20.72 $

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  • book

    24.83 $

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    Grandmaster Alexei Shirov (born 1972) has been among the top ten in the FIDE rating list for many years. He is like a free artist in chess and in life. For original designs and vivid combinations, he is called Tal's heir and "new wizard" from Riga! 500 games Shirov with comments intershift.

  • book

    5.53 $

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    The book gives the best examples of the work of A. Suetin. Some parties are grouped according to the thematic principle, which allows you to use this section as a kind of textbook. V.Smyslov, L. Polugaevsky and M. Yudovich share their impressions of the work and personality of A. Suetin.

  • book

    50.00 $

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    Biographical sketch and selection. parts by Rafael Vaganyan.

  • book

    37.24 $

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    Unlike the first volume, which included the biography of the great Russian chess player, samples of his tactical skill, the second volume is devoted to the strategic art of the world champion. The main task of the book is to acquaint readers with Alekhin's skill in a positional game, to show how, using deep strategic maneuvers, he prepared the basis for subsequent combinations. The book discusses a number of important issues of strategy, most clearly manifested in the work of Alekhine. In the second volume, serious attention is paid to protection issues. The book also addresses the problems of maneuvering and tacking, playing in simple positions. A significant place is given to Alekhin's endgame technique. The book contains over 170 commented games and endings. The book is designed for qualified chess players.

  • book

    21.33 $

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    The last lifetime work of the patriarch of Soviet chess, a report on his entire creative activity. An epoch-making work!