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  • Theorist, player, coach
    Theorist, player, coach
    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 $
  • Training Program for Chess Players: 2nd Category (elo 1400-1800)
    Training Program for Chess Players: 2nd Category (elo 1400-1800)
    Author:
    Golenishchev

    Like other titles in the Training Program for Chess Players series, this volume is both an excellent textbook for independent study and a powerful training aid for chess coaches. In the view of many experts, no better work of this kind has ever been written. coach and Master of Sport. Golenishchev's programs are still considered. critically important and are successfully employed in chess schools. His teaching methods remain popular in Russia and around the world. Supervised by Editor-in-Chief and former Karpov, this new edition of Golenishchev's classic work is updated to include important games from the recent high-level chess competitions, reflecting modern approaches to the game. OPENING Fragment 1 OPENING Fragment 2

    30.00 $
  • Chess clock DGT 3000 Limited Edition.
    Chess clock DGT 3000 Limited Edition.

    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 $
  • Attacking chess of the 21st century
    Attacking chess of the 21st century
    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 $
  • Author:
    Karoii

    50.00 $
  • Game set 3 in 1: chess, checkers, backgammon with wooden pieces, large
    Game set 3 in 1: chess, checkers, backgammon with wooden pieces, large

    Chess was invented in the 5th century AD in India and spread throughout the world. The uniqueness of this game is that it still covers the minds of everyone - from young to old! Chess combines elements of science and sports. They develop logic, perseverance, attentiveness, analytical thinking and memory.  Checkers is a fun, dynamic and relatively simple game. Every country in the world has it. It is comparatively easier to find a partner here than in chess. Backgammon – one of the oldest known board games. It is known that it came to us from the East. First, you need to master the basic techniques, so that later you can boldly apply various tricks during the game.  Cage length: 4.5 cm. King height: 8.8cm King base diameter: 2.8 cm The length and width of the field when unfolded: 44 X 44 cm. Material: wood Country of origin: China.

    84.48 $
  • Chess comet Carlos Torre
    Chess comet Carlos Torre
    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 $
  • Tactical Mastery of a Chess Player. Volume Two. Fundamentals of Calculation Techniques
    Tactical Mastery of a Chess Player. Volume Two. Fundamentals of Calculation Techniques
    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 $
  • 1200 chess combinations. (Chess School)
    1200 chess combinations. (Chess School)
    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 $
  • Chess computer DGT Centaur
    Chess computer DGT Centaur "Centaur"

    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 $
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  • Fide World Chess Championship Spassky Fischer Copper Token. 1972 Island
    book

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    World Chess Championship Commemorative Token (medal)Reykjavik, Island, 1972/Material: copperLimited edition of 2300 copies. 

  • Portable Chess Computer «Mephisto from Saitek». Model «Travel Chess». Vintage
    book

    80.00 $

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    Portable Chess Computer «Mephisto from Saitek». Model «Travel Chess» Keys: 14LCD Display: Viewing area 18 x 9 mmSound: Piezo-electric buzzerBatteries: 2 x AAA/AM4/R03 (not included)Power Consumption: 10 mW maximumChess Board Size: 73 x 73 mmComputer Size: 176 x 100 x 34 mmManufacturer: Saitek Packing box worn in storage in the warehouse

  • Soviet Chess Scoresheet: Geller-Liberzon. 34th USSR Championship. Tbilisi. 1967
    book

    80.00 $

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    Yefim Geller vs Vladimir Liberzon   The 34th USSR chess championship was held from December 28, 1966 to February 2, 1967 in Tbilisi. The championship was at the same time a zone fide tournament. L. Stein and E. Geller, as well as A. Gipslis and V. Korchnoy, who have the best coefficient than M. Taimanov, won the right to participate in the interzonal tournament (in the additional match tournament all three scored 2 points).   Scoresheet of Liberzon.Art PK5

  • Wooden chess set USSR. 1960s
    book

    80.00 $

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    Condition: Good Board Length: 40 cm King Height: 85 mm King Diameter: 40 mm Pawn Height: 48 mm Pawn Diameter: 30 mm Art: Ebay shelf

  • Chess book: Signed by Nadareishvili to Kasparov. In search of beauty 1986
    book

    77.00 $

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    Russian chess book: Author: Gia Nadareishvili In search of beauty Published:  Tbilisi 1986 Binding: Soft Language: Russian 208 pages Coated paper, photo illustrations. Signed by Nadareishvili to world chess champion Kasparov: “To the world champion dear Garry Kasparov with best wishes”.   Gia Nadareishvili (Georgian გია ნადარეიშვილი; September 22, 1921[1] – October 3, 1991) was a Soviet chess composer of Georgian nationality (born in Tbilisi[1]), and author of many books on chess studies.   Garry Kimovich Kasparov (Russian: Га́рри Ки́мович Каспа́ров, Russian pronunciation: [ˈɡarʲɪ ˈkʲiməvʲɪtɕ kɐˈsparəf]; born Garik Kimovich Weinstein,[3] 13 April 1963) is a Russian chess grandmaster, former World Chess Champion, writer, and political activist. EK27  

  • Soviet Score Sheet. Platonov-Geller. 37th USSR Chess Championship. 1969
    book

    76.00 $

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    Igor Platonov – Efim Geller. Score sheet of Geller   Soviet chess score sheet from the 37th Chess Championship wich was held in Moscow September 6 – October 12 1969. Tigran Petrosyan won an additional match for the title of champion (Moscow, January 19-29, 1970).   The championship was also a fide zonal tournament. Polugaevsky, Geller, Smyslov and Taimanov won the right to participate in the interzonal tournament. The latter in the final round effectively won his "party of life" from LutikovАрт ПК 2

  • 4 Russian Chess Books. A. Khalifman. Opening with white according to Anand. Vol
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    Russian Chess Books:Author: A. KhalifmanOpening with white according to Anand. Vol 4,5,6,7.(4 books)Published: Saint-Petersburg, 2006Binding: HardLanguage: Russian1148 pagesCondition: Brand New In the fourth book of the series, St. Petersburg grandmaster Alexander Khalifman shows readers how to get the upper hand with white in the opening schemes starting with moves 1. E4 d6 and 1.E4 g6. The author analyzes in detail the ideas and methods of dealing with the various plans that black has in his Arsenal. Here you will find a large number of exclusive and previously unpublished analyses.In the fifth book of the series, St. Petersburg grandmaster Alexander Khalifman tells readers about the rare answers that black can use after 1. E4. With the exception of Alyokhin's defense, the other openings discussed in this book are practically not used by the world's leading chess players. Nevertheless, the author has devoted quite a lot of analysis to these principles, which are not quite correct from the point of view of modern theory. After all, a chess practitioner should be prepared for even the most unexpected opening "surprises" of the opponent.In the sixth book, St. Petersburg grandmaster Alexander Khalifman tells readers how to fight against the French defense. After 1. E4 E6 2.d4 d5 as a fight for the opening advantage, he recommends the most fundamental move — 3. CS3. Further, black's answers such as 3...CS6, 3 are discussed in detail...de and 3...Kf6.In the seventh book of the series, St. Petersburg grandmaster Alexander Khalifman continues his story about how to fight against the French defense. After 1. e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.Kc3, black's most popular answer is analyzed in detail — 3...Cb4.

  • 5 Books: Modern Chess. Inside Glance Series. Materials from 64-Chess Rev 2014-18
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    1. Modern chess. An inside glancePublisher: 64Author(s): GlukhovskyLanguage: RussianFormat: NormalPages: 408Binding: HardcoverYear of issue: 2016The book "Modern chess: inside view" is based on selected materials published in the journal "64 – Chess review" in 2014. Vishy Anand, Sergey Karyakin, Levon Aronian, Peter Svidler, Alexander Grishchuk, Fabiano Caruana, Boris Gelfand and other top grandmasters comment on their best parts. The collection includes reviews of the most important competitions: the Olympics in tromsø, the world championship match M. Carlsen – V. Anand in Sochi, the tournament of candidates in Khanty-Mansiysk, super tournaments in Wake-EN-see, Zurich, Shamkir, Baku, Tashkent, Stavanger, St. Louis, etc. For a wide range of chess fans.2. Modern chess. An inside glancePublisher: 64Author(s): GlukhovskyLanguage: RussianFormat: NormalPages: 552Binding: HardcoverYear of issue: 2016The book is based on selected materials published in the journal "64 – Chess review" in 2015. Vishy Anand, Sergey Karyakin, Levon Aronian, Peter Svidler, Alexander Grishchuk, Fabiano Caruana, Boris Gelfand and other top grandmasters comment on their best parts. The collection includes reviews of the most important competitions: the world Cup in Baku, the women's world Cup in Sochi, the European team championship in Reykjavik, the rapid and blitz world Cup in Berlin, super tournaments in Wake-EN-see, Zurich, Shamkir, Tbilisi, Khanty-Mansiysk, Stavanger, St. Louis, London, etc.3. Modern chess. An inside glancePublisher: 64Author(s): GlukhovskyYear of issue: 2017Language: RussianFormat: NormalPages: 552Binding: Hardcover4. Modern chess. An inside glancePublisher: 64Author(s): GlukhovskyYear of issue: 2018Language: RussianPages: 584Binding: HardcoverThe book is based on selected materials published in the journal "64 – Chess review" in 2017. Your best party commented Vladimir Kramnik, Vishy Anand, Levon Aronian, Shakhriyar Mamedyarov, Hikaru Nakamura, Wesley so, Liren Ding, Peter Svidler, Alexander Grischuk, Ian Nepomniachtchi, Dmitry Jakovenko, Nikita Vitiugov, Radoslaw Wojtaszek, Vladimir Fedoseev, Maxim Matlakov, Daniil Dubov, Vladislav Artemiev, Evgeny Najer, Emil Sutovsky and other top grandmasters. The collection includes reviews of the most important competitions: super tournament in St. Louis with Garry Kasparov, European and world team Championships, the world Cup in Tbilisi, the personal world championship among women in Tehran, the stages of the fide Grand Prix, traditional tournaments in Wake-EN-Zee, Zurich, Shamkir, Poikovsky, Stavanger, London, etc.5. Modern chess. An inside glancePublisher: 64Author(s): GlukhovskyYear of issue: 2019Language: RussianFormat: NormalPages: 560Binding: HardcoverThe book is based on selected materials published in the journal "64 – Chess review" in 2018. Your best party commented Vladimir Kramnik, Vishy Anand, Boris Gelfand, Sergey Karjakin, Ding Liren, Anish Giri, Ian nepomniatchi, Nikita Vitiugov, Dmitry Andreikin, Radoslaw Wojtaszek, Maxim Matlakov, Vladimir Fedoseev, Daniil Dubov and other top grandmasters. The collection includes the most important competitions: the world championship match Carlsen – Caruana and tan Junji – Ju Wenjun, knock-out women's world championship in Khanty-Mansiysk, a traditional tournament in Wijk aan Zee, Shemkir, Sochi, Stavanger, Moscow, London etc. Used photos Balakhontseva, V. Barsky, E. Asenaca, B. Dolmatovsky, M. Yemelyanova, A. Karlovich, D. Kryakvin, E. Kublashvili, S. Nikoladze, L. ocean thermal energy conversion, V. Papina, V. Potkin, K. Rogers, G. Souleidis, O. fuller.

  • Antique Russian Chess Book: E. Schiffers. Teach Yourself Chess game. 1919
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    Antique Russian Chess Book: Author: E. Schiffers Title: Teach Yourself Chess game. Published: Petrograd, 1919 Language: Russian 336 pagesEK34

  • Chess book Baturinsky-Karpov library, physical, tourism, chess&checkers, 1932
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     in Sakharov's catalog #1833Published: Moscow, 1932   Edited by: M. Cherevkov Binding: softcover Language: Russian Condition: good 30 pages Contents: all the literature on physical education and tourism, chess and checkers.   Size: 17,5 x 13 cm   Viktor Davydovich Baturinsky - Soviet chess functionary; international arbiter . Chairman of the chess section of the Moscow City Council of Trade Unions (1934-1935), the Chess Council of the Central Committee of the USSR (1955-1957), Deputy Chairman of the USSR Chess Federation (1974-1986). Director of the USSR Central School of Chess (1970-1981), Head of the Chess Department (1971-1981) and head chess coach (1981-1985) of the USSR Sports Committee. Head of the Soviet delegation to the World Championship matches (1978 and 1981); organizer of many All-Union and international competitions.EK33

  • Chess book Baturinsky-Karpov library: Physical Activity, Tourism, Chess, 1928-35
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    1835 in Sakharov's catalog Published: Moscow, 1935   Edited by: S. Teodoronsky Binding: softcover Language: Russian Condition: good 71 pages Contents: all the literature on physical education and tourism, chess released in 1938-1935   Size: 19,5 x 13 cmEK33

  • Chess Book signed by Friedstein 1970. Unique hardcover.Baturinsky-Karpov library
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    Author: G. Friedstein. Protection Of Ufimtsev Published: Moscow, 1970. Binding: Hard Language: Russian 144 pages Unique hardcover, only few copies were made in hardcover. German Samuilovich Friedstein (25 November 1911, Saint Petersburg-2001) was a Soviet and Russian chess player, master of sports of the USSR (1945), and international referee (1965). Chess theorist and writer. Signed for V. D. Baturinsky: “For Viktor Davydovich Baturinsky in good memory” From the library of V. D. Baturinsky and A. Karpov.   Viktor Davydovich Baturinsky (born Galperin; June 27, 1914, Odessa — December 22, 2002, Moscow) Soviet military lawyer, Colonel of justice, honored lawyer of the RSFSR. Later-Soviet chess functionary; international arbiter. Anatoly Yevgenyevich Karpov (Russian: Анато́лий Евге́ньевич Ка́рпов; born May 23, 1951) is a Russian chess grandmaster and former World Champion. He was the official world champion from 1975 to 1985.EK28

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