Written by a Grand Master, this guide isolates basic elements and illustrates them through Master and Grand Master games, breaking down the mystique of strategy into easy-to-understand ideas. More than a lesson in fundamentals, it illustrates the value of acquiring small, permanent advantages and saving the attack for later. New algebraic edition of the work first published by Faber & Faber, London, 1978.
Epic Battles of the Chessboard by R. N. Coles Enjoy and learn from 50 of the greatest games ever played, 1834–1951, featuring a roster of chess immortals: Morphy, Steinitz, Lasker, Capablanca, Alekhine, Botvinnik, others. 99 diagrams. Index of openings.
The Most Instructive Games of Chess Ever Played by Irving Chernev 62 masterly demonstrations of basic strategies of winning, featuring games by the greatest chess masters. Compiled, diagramed, annotated by one of chess literature's most brilliant authors. 146 illustrations.
The Art of the Middle Game by Paul Keres, Alexander Kotov Two grandmasters offer masterly analysis of neglected area: attacking the king, defense, pawn structure, much more. Introduction by Harry Golombek.
The Art of Chess Combination by Eugene Znosko-Borovsky Modern explanation of principles, varieties, techniques and ideas behind them, illustrasted with many examples from great players. 200 diagrams.
