(1st US, 1st) Large, sturdy softcover, glossy photo of chess game on front wrapper, orange and black spine and back wrapper, 222 pages. Very tiny crease at top front tip, micronick at spine top left edge. Fine.

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Bibliographic Details

Title

Secrets of Spectacular Chess

Publisher

Owl Book, New York, New York, U.S.A.

Publication Date

1995

Language

English

ISBN 10

0805039015

ISBN 13

9780805039016

Binding

Soft cover

Edition

1st US

Condition

Fine

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Chess

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Synopsis

t was the brilliance and beauty of tactical blows that captivated me in early childhood. - World Champion Garry Kasparov It is an eye for dazzling combinations and an instinct for the paradoxical that has helped players like Alekhine, Tal and Kasparov surprise and overwhelm their opponents. A well-tuned aesthetic sense not only motivates top players but also confers on them a decisive practical advantage. You too can help yourself develop precisely that sense and instinct by following the examples in this fascinating exploration of chess beauty. 222 pages.

Written for the practical player, but full of superb examples from all fields of chess. Will develop your understanding and appreciation of spectacular chess ideas. Examines aspects of chess not previously touched upon in the literature of the game. Helps you improve your combinative vision and your ability to surprise your opponent.

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Callaghan Books South
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