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  • 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 $
  • 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:
    Fisher

    15.00 $
  • 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 $
  • 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:
    Kalinichenko

    This new book by the many-times world champion Anatoly Karpov and the author of more than fifty books, grandmaster Nikolay Kalinichenko, is devoted to one of the most complicated and strategically deep openings & mdash; the Queen's Gambit Declined. Using games played by the strongest grandmasters, it describes the interesting ideas which have appeared in the main development systems of this opening. Along with games from recent years, the book presents the most important encounters from the chess heritage. And of course, it includes games by Anatoly Karpov himself & mdash; a great expert on the Queen's Gambit, who generously shares with the reading his unique understanding of the concepts involved. The book is aimed at strong players, but it will also be of interest to a wide range of chess enthusiasts.

    36.00 $
  • 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 $
  • 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:
    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:
    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

    12.41 $

    Learning the tactics of a chess player should begin with solving elementary matte problems. Successful completion of tasks contributes to the emergence of self-confidence, allows you to feel the harmonious connections between the pieces and introduces typical matte & quot; paintings & quot;. The book of the famous chess writer and grandmaster Nikolai Kalinichenko is a collection of carefully selected matte problems for matting in 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 moves and matting in the endgame. & Nbsp; Working with a book will not only bring you real pleasure from chess beauty, but also quickly help to significantly strengthen your game and achieve high tournament results in. & nbsp; The book will be interesting to chess players of the most varied qualifications.

  • book

    10.34 $

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    A book from the series & quot; Workshop on Chess Tactics & quot; is offered to the reader’s attention.
    The book contains both positions that happened in real games and training positions on the topics: forced mat, double hit, linear attack, open attack, ligament, removal of defense, blockade. At the end of each topic are solutions.
    The book will be useful to a chess player of any qualification.
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  • book

    10.34 $

    If you take the first steps in chess, then this book will become most necessary for you. Indeed, at the beginning of the game there is such an abundance of opportunities on both sides that it simply goes round. And any inaccuracy or mistake in the opening can lead you to an instant disaster.
    How not to go astray to an inexperienced chess player, on what landmarks and beacons to keep your course? In this book you will find answers to these and many other questions, it outlines the basic principles of playing the opening, gives all the main openings in a very accessible and simple form, gives special exercises and tests to consolidate the main ideas.
    After reading this book, you can easily defeat your rival friends and win school tournaments.
    For a wide range of chess lovers and trainers.
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  • book

    10.34 $

    The book of the famous chess writer, grandmaster Nikolai Kalinichenko is devoted to the basic issues of strategy. In each game, any chess player has questions: & quot; What to do? & Quot; and & quot; How to do? & quot ;. To the question & quot; How to do it? & Quot; - Tactics answers, but the question & quot; What to do? & quot; - accordingly, the strategy.
    In a simple and accessible form, the author introduces the reader to elements of chess strategy, such as an open line, seventh horizontal, pawn structure, weak and strong fields, and many others. Special exercises and tests are given to reinforce the basic ideas.
    You can accurately evaluate the position and build a clear and correct plan in any situation. A careful reading of the book will significantly increase the strength of the game and add points to the standings.
    For a wide range of chess lovers and trainers.

  • book

    10.34 $

    A new book by the famous chess writer, grandmaster Nikolai Kalinichenko acquaints readers with the basics of chess tactics. After reading it, you will learn how to tie the opponent's pieces, defend against the ligaments, & nbsp; deliver double strikes, carry out crushing combinations using a revealed check and much, much more.

    The textbook is structured in the form of separate lessons, each of which deals with a particular tactical topic. At the end of each lesson, tasks are given to consolidate the material learned. The book is illustrated
    mainly modern chess material, including the work of such chess players as H. Nakamura, F. Caruana, A. Firugia, as well as world champion Magnus Carlsen.

    The textbook will be useful not only for self-study, but can also be used by teachers for chess lessons at school.

  • book

    9.00 $

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    9.00 $

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    9.00 $

  • book

    8.33 $

    What is a knight capable of in a chess ending? Many children do not like knights and try to quickly exchange them at the beginning of the game. We think that our book will change your opinion about horses when you find out what this proud figure is capable of!

    You will learn how to checkmate your opponent's king with a knight, although many people think that this is impossible… We will show you how to fight with your knight against enemy passed pawns and help your own. We will teach you how to save yourself in the most hopeless situations, we will analyze when it is profitable to transform a pawn into a knight. You will master various tactical techniques of fighting in knight endings and become a real horseman on the chessboard.

    This publication consists of an educational part, where typical wrestling techniques and ideas in horse endings are explained in detail, and a workshop, which includes more than 200 problems and studies.

    The book is intended for young chess players  (III-I categories) who want to improve their skills in playing knight endings, as well as coaches, leaders of chess clubs and all chess lovers.

  • book

    8.33 $

    Queen — it is the most powerful piece in a chess game. Many beginning chess players are afraid even of their queen because of his extraordinary abilities. You will find out what a queen is capable of in a chess ending in our book.

    The almighty queen has many chess tricks: she can drive any piece to the edge of the board, dashingly climbs all kinds of “ladders,” draws out unimaginable geometric figures in order to find herself on the winning field at an important moment in the game. The queen's favorite weapon — zugzwang! None of the other figures use this skill as often.

    This publication consists of an educational part, where typical wrestling techniques and ideas in queen endings are explained in detail, and a workshop, which includes more than 200 problems and studies.

    The book is intended for young chess players (III-I categories) who want to improve their skills in playing queen endings, as well as coaches, leaders of chess clubs and all chess lovers.

  • book

    8.33 $

    Modern bishops can do a lot of things and now they want to teach you how to fight on the chessboard.

    After studying our book, you will learn how to checkmate with two bishops, fight tied and disconnected pawns, drive the opponent’s king and bishops across the board, hold off passed pawns with a bishop, and help your queens get through. You will learn how to move into a winning or a draw ending, how to build impregnable fortresses that the bishops and the enemy king cannot take.
        
    This publication consists of an educational part, where typical wrestling techniques and ideas in elephant endings are explained in detail, and a workshop, which includes more than 200 problems and studies.

    The book is intended for chess players (III-I categories) who want to improve their skills in playing bishop endings, as well as coaches, leaders of chess clubs and all chess lovers.

  • book

    8.28 $

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    A book from the series & quot; Workshop on Chess Tactics & quot; is offered to the reader’s attention.
    The book contains both positions that happened in real games, as well as training positions on various aspects of the topic & quot; Distraction & quot ;: distraction on the mat, distraction with a double blow, etc. At the end of each section are solutions.
    The book will be useful to a chess player of any qualification.

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  • book

    8.28 $

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    A book from the series & quot; Workshop on Chess Tactics & quot; is offered to the reader’s attention.
    The book contains both positions from real parties and training positions on various aspects of the topic & quot; Conquest of the field & quot ;: conquest of the invasion field, etc. The publication also contains an extensive section with positions on an arbitrary topic. At the end of each section, decisions are made with & shy;
    The book will be useful to a chess player of any qualification.
    & nbsp;

  • book

    8.28 $

    The reader is invited to a book from the series & quot; Chess Tactics Workshop & quot;, which can help to effectively train your tactical skills. Combinational vision and ability to calculate is one of the main components of a chess player’s success.
    The book contains both positions that happened in real games, and training positions on the topics: overlap, release (fields, lines, etc.), opening lines. At the end of each topic are solutions.
    The book will be useful to a chess player of any qualification.

  • book

    8.28 $

  • book

    7.45 $

    You are holding in your hands a problem book, compiled by the games of Robert Fischer & mdash; one of the greatest chess players of all time! Here are all the combinations that occurred in the games of the chess king.

    The second volume contains the following materials: attack on the king, realization of an advantage, test games and others. Trainers and trainees will be able to use them for educational purposes on their own.

    Your task & mdash; find a solution to the situations that the great Robert Fischer faced during the game. Having solved all the positions, you will significantly increase the strength of your game and achieve new tournament victories.

    The book was compiled by Vsevolod Kostrov & mdash; renowned chess coach and author of over 100 chess books. Studying according to his textbooks and problem books, many guys easily master chess science and turn into strong players!

  • book

    7.45 $

    You are holding in your hands a problem book, compiled by the games of Robert Fischer & mdash; one of the greatest chess players of all time! Here are all the combinations that occurred in the games of the chess king.

    In the first volume, the positions are systematized by themes: a pair of, double blow, open attack, distraction and enticement, destruction of defense and others & mdash; therefore, trainers and trainees on their own will be able to use them as teaching material.

    Your task & mdash; find a solution to the situations that the great Robert Fischer faced during the game. Having solved all the positions, you will significantly increase the strength of your game and achieve new tournament victories.

    The book was compiled by Vsevolod Kostrov & mdash; renowned chess coach and author of over 100 chess books. Studying according to his textbooks and problem books, many guys easily master chess science and turn into strong players!

  • book

    7.17 $

    Savely Tartakover occupied a very special place in chess. First of all, he was an innovator, not afraid of experiments, and with his ideas he significantly enriched the theory and practice of chess. He was not only one of the creators of hypermodernism, but also the author of the term hypermodernism itself. It was he who came up with such a current opening as the Catalan Opening, and the Tartakover-Makogonova-Bondarevsky system in the Queen's Gambit has allowed many generations of chess players to successfully fight with black. This textbook was written primarily for second- and third-class chess players, but will also be of interest to more qualified players. Working with it, first of all, improves the reader's positional skills; the book often presents games that are little known today, but very instructive and bright. Working with this tutorial will not only bring you benefits and points in tournaments, but will also bring you great pleasure.

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