Secrets of the Russian Chess Masters
Fundamentals of the Game
Published on 17. August 1997
Book
Hardback
288 pages
978-0-393-04115-6 (ISBN)
Description
Russia's dominance in modern chess was founded on a successful programme of instruction. This volume and its companion is based on that instruction programme, which should help readers develop from beginner to expert. It incorporates easy-to-follow strategic concepts to build the player's skills to the tournament level. Through instructional chapters and practice sections featuring exercise and game situations, the book shows how to advance in the game using the techniques that produced champions.
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Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Dimensions
Height: 244 mm
Width: 137 mm
Thickness: 28 mm
Weight
591 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-393-04115-6 (9780393041156)
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Persons
International Grandmaster Lev Alburt, three-time U.S. champion and former European champion, is one of the most sought-after chess teachers in the world. He lives in New York. Larry Parr is former editor of Chess Life and the author of many articles on chess play and instruction.