The Thinkers by David Llada (twarda okładka)

The Thinkers by David Llada (twarda okładka)

Książka wydana w języku angielskim. Twarda okładka.The Thinkers is a visual tribute to the game of chess, showcasing the emotions, exertions and desires of the players, and conveying the mental intensity only chess can command. Included are some of the most iconic portraits of today#8217;s stars, as well as emotive shots of ordinary players from all over the world, with photos taken over the last five years in venues such as Mombasa, London, Chennai, Las Vegas, Baku and Sao Paulo.Llada#8217;s photographs capture the full richness and drama of the game, making this the most visually stunning book ever devoted to chess.David Llada (born in Spain in 1978) has always been connected to the chess world, first as a professional chess journalist, publishing his contributions in all the world#8217;s major chess magazines. In recent times he has earned a reputation as the chess photographer, working as Official Photographer at the three most recent Olympiads.#8220;David Llada#8217;s pictures are full of life, and they are colourful even if black-and-white. Precisely as the game of chess itself.#8221; – GM Emil Sutovsky, ACP President#8226; Hardcover only, 31x24cm#8226; 208 pages of the finest Fedrigoni paper#8226; 111 photographs in black-and-white, 66 in full colour, with 16 breathtaking double spreadsISBN: 978-1-78483-033-5 - Published 16 November 2017

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The Thinkers by David Llada (twarda okładka)

The Thinkers by David Llada (twarda okładka)

Książka wydana w języku angielskim. Twarda okładka. The Thinkers is a visual tribute to the game of chess, showcasing the emotions, exertions and desires of the players, and conveying the mental intensity only chess can command. Included are some of the most iconic portraits of todays stars, as well as emotive shots of ordinary players from all over the world, with photos taken over the last five years in venues such as Mombasa, London, Chennai, Las Vegas, Baku and Sao Paulo. Lladas photographs capture

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The Secret Ingredient by Jan Markos and David Navara (twarda okładka)

The Secret Ingredient by Jan Markos and David Navara (twarda okładka)

Wersja językowa książki - angielska. Twarda okładka.The Secret Ingredient is a grandmaster guide to maximizing your chess results, focusing on key elements of practical play which have received little to no attention in previous chess literature.How exactly can we best make use of computers? What#8217;s the ideal, step-by-step process for preparing against a specific opponent? How can we optimize our time management at the board? And what#8217;s the one key skill that separates the best players from those

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Street Smart Chess by Axel Smith (twarda okładka)

Street Smart Chess by Axel Smith (twarda okładka)

Wersja językowa książki - angielska. Twarda okładka.Street Smart Chess is an expert guide to scoring more points at the chessboard. When does it pay off to play hard for a win? Or safe for a draw? And how do you adapt your playing style accordingly?GM Axel Smith answers these questions, and more, by using a world-class player as a model for each chapter. Learn how Magnus Carlsen grinds out wins from level positions; how David Navara beats lower-rated opponents, and how Baskaran Adhiban beats higher-rated

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Play the Semi-Slav by David Vigorito (miękka okładka)

Play the Semi-Slav by David Vigorito (miękka okładka)

Wersja językowa książki - angielska. Miękka okładka. The Semi-Slav is one of the most popular replies to 1.d4, especially in top level chess.American IM and theoretical expert David Vigorito provides a full repertoire for Black with two options against the main lines.If you want to play this topical opening you cannot do without this book.ISBN: 9789185779017 - 280 pages - 23 January 2008Reviews "One of the best books about the Semi-Slav... covers all variations including move order suggestions... a very w

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Under the Surface by Jan Markos (twarda okładka)

Under the Surface by Jan Markos (twarda okładka)

Książka wydana w języku angielskim. Twarda okładka. The most significant difference between a grandmaster and a club player is not simply that the grandmaster calculates more accurately, but rather that he sees more deeply. This book invites you beneath the surface, where you can learn to navigate the depths of chess. Jan Markos shows how a strong player perceives chess, which features of a position he focuses on, and how he thinks at the board.The author#8217;s philosophy is that understanding chess brin

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Play the Scandinavian by Christian Bauer (twarda okładka)

Play the Scandinavian by Christian Bauer (twarda okładka)

Wersja językowa książki - angielska. Twarda okładka. After one move of the Scandinavian opening, 1.e4 d5, Black decides where the battle will be fought - a significant gain for any competitive player. Grandmaster Christian Bauer is one of the world#8217;s leading experts on the Scandinavian and in this book he reveals the secrets of his over-the-board success. Bauer focuses particularly on 2.exd5 Qxd5 3.Nc3 Qa5, the established main line of the Scandinavian. An understanding of the move order nuances is e

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Playing the Trompowsky by Richard Pert (twarda okładka)

Playing the Trompowsky by Richard Pert (twarda okładka)

 Wersja językowa książki: angielska. Twarda okładka.If like most chess players you have a limited amount of time that you can spend studying, but you still want to push for an advantage with White, then the Trompowsky is a great choice.The Trompowsky, 1.d4 Nf6 2.Bg5, has not been as deeply investigated as many of the main lines, and it is an attacking opening that is tricky for Black to face. As well as providing an attacking repertoire for White with the ambitious Trompowsky Attack, the author also cover

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Winning by Nigel Short (twarda okładka)

Winning by Nigel Short (twarda okładka)

Wersja językowa książki - angielska. Twarda okładka.Grandmaster Nigel Short realised that every tournament win has a unique narrative and challenge. In this exceptional chess book, Short discusses eight of his foremost tournament wins, describing the drama with insightful game annotations and entertaining anecdotes. For those wanting to win in chess, this book is the place to start.English GM Nigel Short was one of the most successful chess players of the 1980s and 1990s and was still in the top 100 well

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The Chess Alchemist by Mikhail Tal (twarda okładka)

The Chess Alchemist by Mikhail Tal (twarda okładka)

Książka w angielskiej wersji językowej, twarda okładka. Mikhail Tal is one of the most celebrated World Champions in chess history, who confounded his opponents and dazzled chess fans around the world. Seemingly breaking every rule in the book, yet also breaking records with his accomplishments, Tal truly was The Chess Alchemist.In this unique book, Oleg Stetsko has compiled 80 of Tal#8217;s most interesting games, as annotated by the Magician himself in a variety of sources, many of which have been trans

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Grandmaster Repertoire - 1.e4 vs Minor Defences by Parimarjan Negi (twarda okładka)

Grandmaster Repertoire - 1.e4 vs Minor Defences by Parimarjan Negi (twarda okładka)

Książka w języku angielskim. Twarda okładka. The fifth volume of the Grandmaster Repertoire – 1.e4 series provides a top-class repertoire against the Alekhine, Scandinavian, Pirc and Modern Defences, plus various offbeat alternatives Black may try. Negi#8217;s latest work continues the winning formula of his previous books: the 1.e4 repertoire is founded on established main lines and turbo-charged with the innovative ideas of a world-class theoretician, making this an essential addition to the library of

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Technical Decision Making in Chess by Boris Gelfand (twarda okładka)

Technical Decision Making in Chess by Boris Gelfand (twarda okładka)

Książka w języku angielskim. Twarda okładka.In Technical Decision Making in Chess former World Championship Challenger Boris Gelfand discusses his path to decision making in endgames and positions where one side possesses a structural or material advantage. This investigation into a top Grandmaster#8217;s technical understanding will illuminate difficult parts of the game that many players find elusive. Concepts like the #8220;Zone of one mistake#8221; are certain to be a revelation to many.Grandmaster Bo

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Decision Making in Major Piece Endings by Boris Gelfand (twarda okładka)

Decision Making in Major Piece Endings by Boris Gelfand (twarda okładka)

Książka w języku angielskim. Twarda okładka. In Decision Making in Major Piece Endings former World Championship Challenger Boris Gelfand discusses his path to decision making in endgames involving rooks or queens, as well as the often neglected #8220;4th Phase.#8221; Countless games are decided by good or bad technique in such endgames, so readers are certain to benefit from the insights of a world-class Grandmaster on this vital topic.Grandmaster Boris Gelfand has been an elite player for over 30 years,

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Torebka damska David Jones 6710-2A czarna

Torebka damska David Jones 6710-2A czarna

Torebka damska francuskiej marki DAVID JONES. Uszyta została z wysokogatunkowej skóry ekologicznej. Torebka zamykana jest zamkiem. Lekka torebka o średnich wymiarach. Wyposażona jest w 2 kieszonki wewnętrzne. Wymiary Wysokość: 26 cm Szerokość: 34 cm Głębokość: 10,5 cm

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Torebka damska David Jones 6710-2A zielona

Torebka damska David Jones 6710-2A zielona

Torebka damska francuskiej marki DAVID JONES. Uszyta została z wysokogatunkowej skóry ekologicznej. Torebka zamykana jest zamkiem. Lekka torebka o średnich wymiarach. Wyposażona jest w 2 kieszonki wewnętrzne. Wymiary Wysokość: 26 cm Szerokość: 34 cm Głębokość: 10,5 cm

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Torebka damska David Jones 6710-2A biała

Torebka damska David Jones 6710-2A biała

Torebka damska francuskiej marki DAVID JONES. Uszyta została z wysokogatunkowej skóry ekologicznej. Torebka zamykana jest zamkiem. Lekka torebka o średnich wymiarach. Wyposażona jest w 2 kieszonki wewnętrzne. Wymiary Wysokość: 26 cm Szerokość: 34 cm Głębokość: 10,5 cm

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Torebka damska David Jones 6710-2A camel

Torebka damska David Jones 6710-2A camel

Torebka damska francuskiej marki DAVID JONES. Uszyta została z wysokogatunkowej skóry ekologicznej. Torebka zamykana jest zamkiem. Lekka torebka o średnich wymiarach. Wyposażona jest w 2 kieszonki wewnętrzne. Wymiary Wysokość: 26 cm Szerokość: 34 cm Głębokość: 10,5 cm

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