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  • 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:
    Galkin

    The book by grandmaster and experienced coach Alexander Galkin is dedicated to the strongest piece on the chessboard – to the queen. Using the example of episodes from games of modern grandmasters (the vast majority of games date back to 2020-2023) and his own grandmaster practice, the author tries to generalize, and in some places even clarify the methodology for understanding and playing queen endings, as well as other types of endgames with the presence of queens ) On the desk. The book presents various ratios of material – “queen against queen”, “queen and minor piece against queen and minor piece”, “queen and rook against queen and rook”, “queen against two rooks”, “queen against rook and pawns”, “ queen against a rook and a minor piece”, “two queens against two queens” – practically the entire spectrum of encountered endgames of this type. The material is structured in such a way that the reader can get maximum benefit from studying the examples of queen endings and its other derivatives offered by the author. 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 $
  • 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 $
  • 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 $
  • 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:
    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 $
  • 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 $
  • Author:
    Zhuravlev

    This tutorial is addressed to those who want to learn to play chess on their own and improve further. The lesson-based method of presentation, as well as numerous exercises, contribute to the consistent assimilation of the rules and laws that form the basis of the chess game. The book contains extensive educational material, which is presented to the reader in accordance with modern pedagogical principles. The purpose of this manual is to train chess players of the III category (rating up to 1800). The textbook can also be used for classes in groups - it covers the material of existing programs of the first year of study in children's and youth chess schools.

    23.33 $
  • 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 $
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  • book

    10.00 $

    In the book of the famous chess teacher, Honored Trainer of the USSR V. Zack, the problems of teaching chess are explored. Based on my own rich experience, using the examples of games of young chess players, the author acquaints readers with typical mistakes typical of young chess players and recommendations for their elimination ..

  • book

    6.10 $

    Most chess players love to attack, and defense is considered a sad necessity. The author of this book, the famous master and teacher Yuri Mikhailovich Kotkov, set himself the goal of showing that defense is also a fun undertaking, that it requires no less, and sometimes even more art than an attack. Having clearly systematized the material, the author avoided the edifying tone. He does not impose rules and conclusions, but simply offers the reader a number of interesting positions.
  • book

    4.84 $

    The author of the book is master B. Shashin, known for his theoretical works. This book in a popular form tells about the role of pawns in a chess game, about such important concepts as a pawn center, a pawn phalanx, undermining a pawn chain, etc. Designed for a wide range of chess lovers.
  • book

    20.04 $

    A few years ago, Soviet theorists were given the task of creating a monograph for our skilled chess players on the final stage of the chess game - the endgame. This publication presents the latest achievements of practice and gives theoretical calculations on all the main types of chess endings. This paper presents endings with a horse against an elephant, as well as rook ones.
  • book

    4.14 $

    Edited and preface by Michael Tal. Neither victory nor defeat ... Draw. The result is some average, not particularly honored. But if the meeting of chess players was creatively meaningful, intense, if a draw is a reward for inventiveness and perseverance, then it is no less honorable than a victory. Various types of draws and ways to achieve it are considered by the author in this book. Easy to read and at the same time not without instructiveness, it introduces chess players to many interesting positions and episodes of the struggle for a chessboard.
  • book

    5.87 $

    2nd Edition, revised.
  • book

    8.29 $

    The book is dedicated to the most significant event in the chess life of 1984 - 1985, the struggle for the champion title between A. Karpov and G Kasparov. The first part contains 24 games of the 1985 match with detailed comments by international grandmasters Y. Averbakh and M. Taimanov, the second contains 48 games of the first match, the most interesting ones are commented. Introductory articles and interviews of participants were preceded to both matches. The book is richly illustrated.
  • book

    36.67 $

    The author set himself a difficult goal: to create a kind of meditator's guide based on the material of the international tournament of grandmasters. Grandmaster Bronstein is famous for the depth of the game, an original understanding of the laws of chess. This is manifested in the games of the grandmaster that bypassed the world press and fully refers to his comments. Numerous positive, and sometimes laudatory reviews of the first literary work of D. Bronstein, the benefits brought by the book according to readers' reviews, indicated that the author successfully coped with the task. The second edition is slightly reduced compared to the first due to the elimination of obsolete material. The introductory article was supplemented, and the errors noted in the first edition were eliminated.
  • book

    62.06 $

    The collections of the parties of the championships of the USSR in the form of books after the war were published in Moscow for all championships from XVII to XXII. They were of the same type in form and contained all parties (the overwhelming majority & ndash; with notes), introductory and debut reviews, tables and indexes. All the leading chess players of the USSR participated in their preparation. In those days, the championships of the USSR were really shows of the entire chess guard. 1949 1-2. Bronstein, Smyslov

  • book

    4.84 $

    1967 edition. Good safety. In his book, the international grandmaster, chess theorist and writer Yu. Averbakh shares with the reader his research in the field of chess history, talks about the fascination with chess by great people of the past.
  • book

    26.95 $

    Color photos and cartoons, gift edition
  • book

    6.91 $

    About chess and outstanding chess players.  The author visited the most significant chess competitions of the post-war years, including the world championships in Baguio, Merano, Moscow, Leningrad and Seville. Talking about the outstanding masters of our time, the writer reflects on the educational power of the ancient game, the art of opposition, the origins of sports victories. The book is intended for the general reader.
  • book

    8.29 $

    Quality fiction, photography ...
  • book

    8.64 $

    This is a book about one of the greatest chess talents, the third world champion X. R. Capablanca. The authors, using a large number of examples, many of which have been subjected to detailed analysis, explore the harmonious and rational style of Capablanca, give an objective assessment of the chess and personal advantages and disadvantages of their hero. Designed for a wide range of chess players.
  • book
    The book details the life and work of world chess champions. The story about the conquerors of Olympus is supplemented by fragments of their unfading creativity - combinations, accompanied, where necessary, by brief notes that use the comments of the authors of these small pieces of chess art themselves, as well as evaluations of a number of famous analysts. Of course, the examples given do not exhaust the work of the great chess players in this genre.
  • book

    5.53 $

    The book is dedicated to the work of one of the largest representatives of the Soviet chess school, a prominent public figure of Grandmaster V. Ragozin. The book contains the memories of people who knew Ragozin closely - M. Botvinnik, L. Abramov, B. Podzerob, S. Flora, M. Yudovich. The chess work of the grandmaster is widely represented.
  • book

    17.27 $

    In this book, Bent Larsen, an outstanding Danish grandmaster (in the USSR-rest of the world match of 1970 played for the rest of the world team on the first board!), tells fascinatingly about himself, and his views on chess, in his speeches, 50 carefully selected parties are accompanied by interesting and popular comments. Grandmaster Polugaevsky sent his preface to the book, and the author’s afterword complements the author’s story

  • book

    6.22 $

    Color photo album. Photo by D. Donskoy. B. Kaufman, R. Fernandez, M. Botashev, B. Turov, E. Volkov and from the Kasparov family archive. Coated paper.
  • book

    4.84 $

    The book tells about the life and work of the oldest Soviet chess player, two-time champion of the country, one of the organizers of the Soviet chess movement, a major teacher P. A. Romanovsky. & nbsp;

  • book

    5.53 $

    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.