The 10 Most Common Chess Mistakes - And How To Avoid Them!

Evans, Larry

ISBN 10: 1580420427 / ISBN 13: 9781580420426

Published by Cardoza Publishing, Boston, Massachusetts / New York, New York, 2002

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006687: "218 Examples Of Typical Blunders. " Scarce, Out Of Print, Book. "A fascinating collection of more than two hundred typical errors committed by the world's greatest players challenges readers to test their skills by choosing between two moves, the right one, or the one actually played. Readers will be amazed at how even world champions stumble by violating basic principles. From neglecting development, king safety, misjudging threats, premature attacks, to impulsiveness, snatching pawns, and basic inattention, readers get a complete course in exactly where they can go wrong and how to fix their game. ": 5.5 x 8.5 in.: 256 pages. Bookseller Inventory # 006687

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Title: The 10 Most Common Chess Mistakes - And How ...

Publisher: Cardoza Publishing, Boston, Massachusetts / New York, New York

Publication Date: 2002

Binding: Soft Cover

Book Condition: Very Good

Edition: Second Edition.

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Synopsis:

A fascinating collection of more than two hundred typical errors committed by the world's greatest players challenges you to test your skills by choosing between two moves: the right one, or the one actually played.  You will be amazed at how even world champions make errors in critical situations and violate the basic principles of chess.  From neglecting development and king safety, misjudging threats, and premature attacks to impulsiveness, snatching pawns, and basic inattention, you get a complete course in exactly what not to do.  256 pages

About the Author:

Grandmaster Larry Evans was a 5-time USA champion, author of 25 books, and the “dean” of American chess. His national syndicated column, Evans on Chess, appeared continuously for more than 40 years. He coached Bobby Fischer during his world championship run and was generally considered to be the most authoritative, astute and witty observer of the international chess scene.