Analysis of the Game of Chess (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

A. D. Philidor

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1527984729 ISBN 13: 9781527984721

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2022

Synopsis

Master the tactics of chess with Philidor’s Analysis, now presented with clear diagrams and move-by-move notes.

This edition translates the classic work and reorganizes the material for easy study. It places the author’s remarks immediately after each move, so you can follow the logic without flipping pages. The edition also adds diagrams for every end of game, and includes back-games and varied lines to illuminate how attacks and defenses unfold in practice.

Whether you’re new to chess or looking to deepen your understanding, this book offers practical guidance on the theory and practice of the game, with an emphasis on pawns, piece coordination, and strategic planning.

• Learn the core ideas that drive attack and defense as you study actual games.
• Follow move-by-move analysis with diagrams marking the positions for quick reference.
• Explore ends of games and back-gaming to see how plans unfold from different beginnings.
• Build a principled approach to chess that blends historical insight with practical instruction.

Ideal for readers who want a solid, practical foundation in chess strategy, from a celebrated master’s perspective.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1527984729
• ISBN 13: 9781527984721
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 254