Items related to Basic Chess Endings
Synopsis
Basic Chess Endings, written by International Grandmaster Reuben Fine, is the most authoritative reference on the endgame. Serious students of the game find the work unmatched in its depth and range. Now, Grandmaster Pal Benko has revised this classic with the latest innovations in the endgame and adapted the book to algebraic notation. The result is what chess aficionados have been eagerly waiting for--a thoroughly modern bible on basic chess endings.
A handy guide for the practical player, Basic Chess Endings focuses on the aspects of the ending that occur most frequently in the course of play. With clear language, it reinforces knowledge of the standard position and tried-and-tested rules. Hundreds of diagrams make examples easy to follow. An indispensable reference for every chess player.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
From the Back Cover
"This is the definitive work on the endgame, which all serious students of the game have been waiting for. It is a prodigious feat of chess scholarship, presented to the reader in clear, pithy language, full of telling phrases that will linger in the memory and rise to aid the harassed competitor just when he needs it most.... The authoritative reference work on the subject.... Reuben Fine's book is indispensable."
-- The New York Times
"Grandmaster Fine has done a brilliant piece of work. There is no doubt that it will receive the recognition of the entire chess world."
-- M. M. Botvinnik
About the Author
REUBEN FINE was an International Grandmaster and one of the world's greatest chess players ever. His books, including Basic Chess Endings and The Middlegame in Chess, are among the all-time classics of chess literature.
PAL BENKO, reviser, is a Grandmaster who has been twice a candidate for the World Championship. He has finished atop eight U.S. Chess Opens, and has achieved an outstanding record in chess olympiads as a player and as a team captain.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherRandom House Puzzles & Games
- Publication date2003
- ISBN 10 0812934938
- ISBN 13 9780812934939
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages586
- Rating
Buy New
Learn more about this copy
US$ 93.88
Shipping:
US$ 4.25
Within U.S.A.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
Basic Chess Endings McKay Ches
Published by
Random House Puzzles & Games, 2003
ISBN 10: 0812934938
ISBN 13: 9780812934939
Used
Softcover
Seller: SecondSale, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Acceptable. Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00073281494
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Basic Chess Endings
Published by
Random House Puzzles & Games, 2003
ISBN 10: 0812934938
ISBN 13: 9780812934939
Used
Paperback
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 2.35. Seller Inventory # G0812934938I3N00
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Basic Chess Endings
Published by
Random House Puzzles & Games, 2003
ISBN 10: 0812934938
ISBN 13: 9780812934939
Used
Paperback
Seller: Half Price Books Inc., Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!. Seller Inventory # S_412305376
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Basic Chess Endings
Published by
Random House Puzzles & Games, 2003
ISBN 10: 0812934938
ISBN 13: 9780812934939
Used
Paperback
Seller: Recycle Bookstore, San Jose, CA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Book has light scratching on both sides, light rubbing, some shelf wear, otherwise it is a very attractive copy, book has excellent binding, pages are crisp and unmarked, spine is straight, overall excellent copy. Seller Inventory # 975898
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Basic Chess Endings
Published by
Random House Puzzles & Games, 2003
ISBN 10: 0812934938
ISBN 13: 9780812934939
Used
Softcover
Seller: Book Deals, Tucson, AZ, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Fair. Acceptable/Fair condition. Book is worn, but the pages are complete, and the text is legible. Has wear to binding and pages, may be ex-library. 0.79. Seller Inventory # 353-0812934938-acp
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Basic Chess Endings
Published by
Random House Puzzles & Games, 2003
ISBN 10: 0812934938
ISBN 13: 9780812934939
Used
Softcover
Seller: Book Deals, Tucson, AZ, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. Very Good condition. Shows only minor signs of wear, and very minimal markings inside (if any). 0.79. Seller Inventory # 353-0812934938-vrg
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Basic Chess Endings
Published by
Random House Puzzles & Games, 2003
ISBN 10: 0812934938
ISBN 13: 9780812934939
Used
Softcover
Seller: Books Unplugged, Amherst, NY, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Buy with confidence! Book is in good condition with minor wear to the pages, binding, and minor marks within 0.79. Seller Inventory # bk0812934938xvz189zvxgdd
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Basic Chess Endings
Published by
Brand: Random House Puzzles n Games, 2003
ISBN 10: 0812934938
ISBN 13: 9780812934939
Used
Softcover
Seller: Ergodebooks, Houston, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Softcover. Condition: Good. Revised. Basic Chess Endings, written by International Grandmaster Reuben Fine, is the most authoritative reference on the endgame. Serious students of the game find the work unmatched in its depth and range. Now, Grandmaster Pal Benko has revised this classic with the latest innovations in the endgame and adapted the book to algebraic notation. The result is what chess aficionados have been eagerly waiting for--a thoroughly modern bible on basic chess endings.A handy guide for the practical player, Basic Chess Endings focuses on the aspects of the ending that occur most frequently in the course of play. With clear language, it reinforces knowledge of the standard position and tried-and-tested rules. Hundreds of diagrams make examples easy to follow. An indispensable reference for every chess player. Seller Inventory # SONG0812934938
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Basic Chess Endings
Published by
Random House Puzzles & Games, 2003
ISBN 10: 0812934938
ISBN 13: 9780812934939
Used
Softcover
Seller: Irish Booksellers, Portland, ME, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. SHIPS FROM USA. Used books have different signs of use and do not include supplemental materials such as CDs, Dvds, Access Codes, charts or any other extra material. All used books might have various degrees of writing, highliting and wear and tear and possibly be an ex-library with the usual stickers and stamps. Dust Jackets are not guaranteed and when still present, they will have various degrees of tear and damage. All images are Stock Photos, not of the actual item. book. Seller Inventory # 0812934938-R
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Basic Chess Endings
Published by
Random House Puzzles & Games, 2003
ISBN 10: 0812934938
ISBN 13: 9780812934939
Used
Softcover
Seller: 369 Bookstore _[~ 369 Pyramid Inc ~]_, Dover, DE, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Softcover. Condition: Good. Basic Chess Endings, written by International Grandmaster Reuben Fine, is the most authoritative reference on the endgame. Serious students of the game find the work unmatched in its depth and range. Now, Grandmaster Pal Benko has revised this classic with the latest innovations in the endgame and adapted the book to algebraic notation. The result is what chess aficionados have been eagerly waiting for--a thoroughly modern bible on basic chess endings.A handy guide for the practical player, Basic Chess Endings focuses on the aspects of the ending that occur most frequently in the course of play. With clear language, it reinforces knowledge of the standard position and tried-and-tested rules. Hundreds of diagrams make examples easy to follow. An indispensable reference for every chess player. Seller Inventory # AMPLE0812934938
Quantity: 1 available