Chess books

Chess is the world's most popular board game--and now anyone can play, with this straightforward, jargon-free introduction....  Read More >>

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The King's Indian Attack was a favourite of the legendary Bobby Fischer. This guide goes back to basics, studying...  Read More >>

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Andrew Martin studies this famous opening in a simplistic way, introducing the crucial initial moves and ideas and...  Read More >>

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Presents a reliable repertoire for Black against one of White's principal ways to open the game Aimed at club,...  Read More >>

The book discusses in detail the chess opening known as the Rubinstein Attack, and presents analysis and typical...  Read More >>

The book discusses in detail the chess opening known as the Rubinstein Attack, and presents analysis and typical...  Read More >>

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Going back to the basics, this book studies the essential principles of the Scotch Opening and its numerous variations....  Read More >>

Seeks to arm the reader with the necessary skills to be able to cope with vicious assaults on his or her king. Using...  Read More >>

Provides an inside view of the lives of the Polgar sisters, each with their own goals and aspirations. This book...  Read More >>

One of the most influential books on chess ever published - now in its third edition. The Tiger is a vicious beast....  Read More >>

A long-overdue book on the records, from the trivial to monumental, set in the chess world. From the top number...  Read More >>

There are more than 30 moves you can choose from a typical chess position. Yet masters regularly manage to select...  Read More >>

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In a game where the chess board's strongest piece the Queen is often referred to as a bitch, and where being...  Read More >>

An easy-to-read guide that goes back to basics, studying the essential principles of the Slav and Semi-Slav Defences...  Read More >>

Noted opening theoreticians Krzysztof Panczyk and Jacek Ilczuk explain the crucial strategies and tactics of the...  Read More >>

Investigates the different strategies and tactics in the Italian Game and Evans Gambit. Using model games for both...  Read More >>

Proven tactical tips to strengthen your game Your quick and easy guide to the rules, strategies, and etiquette...  Read More >>

A carefully selected entertaining and instructive collection of tactical chess puzzles. The authors-both veteran...  Read More >>