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Use Our Lending Library McHenry Area Chess runs a lending library of chess books. Books are available for a loan period of eight weeks at a time. That should be long enough to provide sufficient time for study. Books can be renewed up to three times unless another member has requested it. This is much better than the typical loan period from community libraries, which usually don't have good collections of chess books anyway. If you have any chess books you are not using, consider making them available to our other members. There are two ways you can do this. One was is to simply donate them to the group, which we will all greatly appreciate. The other way is to allow others to borrow the book while you still retain ownership. We will act as a clearinghouse to list the available material and issue return reminders as appropriate. However, in this case McHenry Area Chess cannot assume financial liability should any material be lost or damaged and the borrower not be able to make just compensation. We expect and hope this will not be a problem, but we have to make the disclaimer anyway. Please consider the other members of the group and take proper care of any books you have borrowed. Refrain from writing notes directly into the books. McHenry Area Chess reserves the right to decline loaning materials to anyone who has damaged books in the past. We also encourage our members to increase the chess coverage of their local public library, either by submitting purchase requests for specific chess books, or by making direct donation to their libraries. We ask that if anyone does donate a chess book to their library, they include a bookplate that gives information about our group. Then anyone checking out that book can easily find and join us.
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Currently available from McHenry Area Chess are the following: Books for Beginners, Lots of Opening Books, Ending Studies, Tactics, General Theory, Game Collections, Miscellaneous (technology, history, fiction), To the Submit Button, To the Contact Form, Back to Top of Book Listings The Complete Idiot's Guide to Chess by Patrick Wolff, GM - 2005, Large format paperback, 428 pages. One of the best beginner's books written for adults. This book covers the rules and the way the pieces move, basic strategical ideas and tactical tricks. Well ilustrated, it uses algebraic notation. With this book, you won't feel like an idiot for long. The Everything Chess Basics Book by Peter Kurzdorfer - 2003, Large format paperback, 288 pages. This book is abeginers chess book that is intended for adults or teens. It is endorsed by the USCF. Chess for Absolute Beginners by Raymond Keene, GM - 1993, Large format paperback, 80 pages. This book covers the rules and the way the pieces move, but it doesn't cover any strategy. With lots of diagrams, this book does exactly what it's title says. Chess for Children by Ted Nottingham, Bob Wade and Al Lawrence - 1993, Hardcover, 126 pages. Covers the rules and gives problems with the answers immediately available. Illustrated with lots of diagrams and photos on every page. Square One by Bruce Pandolphini, IM - 1989, Large format paperback, 254 pages. After covering the rules and the way the pieces move, this book gives simple but progressive drills to provide it's lessons. The Complete Chessplayer by Fred Reinfeld - 1953, Paperback, 292 pages. The classic book covering all aspects of the game for beginners. A bit dated, this book uses descriptive notation. Chess for Beginners by I. A. Horowitz - 1950, Paperback, 132 pages. Descriptive notation. Lasker's How to Play Chess by Emanuel Lasker - undated, Hardcover, 107 pages. Descriptive notation. Books for Beginners, Lots of Opening Books, Ending Studies, Tactics, General Theory, Game Collections, Miscellaneous (technology, history, fiction), To the Submit Button, To the Contact Form, Back to Top of Book Listings Alekhine's Defense by Chess Digest - 1972, Paperback, 43 pages. This pamphlet covers this opening in sufficient depth to play this opening well. Since this opening is a bit unusual in tournament play, preparation is key as Black's chances in practice are quite good as White players are often caught off balance trying to force too much against this resilient opening. Descriptive notation. Alekhine's Defense As White by Larry Christiansen, GM with Robert Raingruber and Manuel Joseph - 1988, Paperback, 57 pages. Focuses on the Four Pawns attack. Algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. The Benko Gambit Accepted by Eduard Grufeld, GM - 1988, Paperback, 111 pages. The Benko Gambit is a positional pawn sacrifice that aims to achieve long term queenside pressure. It is an ideal choice for the club and tournament player who wishes to win with Black against 1. d4. Algebraic notation. The Benko Gambit by J. Walton - 1990, Paperback, 52 pages. This pamphlet contains a large number of exemplary games in this opening, using a large number of graphical symbols to evaluate positions instead of textual comments. This pamphlet will be of more use to the advanced player than beginners or intermediate players. Algebraic notation. Developments in the Benko Gambit 1981-1986 by R. G. Wade - 1986, Paperback, 35 pages. 100 games with minimal annotations focusing on this opening. As such, it is of most value to the advanced player. Algebraic notation. The Benoni by William Hartston - 1969, Hardcover, 111 pages. The modern Benoni is one of Black's most aggressive replies to 1 P-Q4. This book uses descriptive notation in providing a comprehensive and systematic survey of this key opening. Benoni Counter Gambit by David Zechiel and Monte E. Crane - 1972, Paperback, 36 pages. Also known as the Benko, this small pamphlet is a good introduction to the opening, containing notes and annotations that will advance a players appreciation of this opening. descriptive notation. Dutch Defense by Larry Christiansen, GM and Jeremy Silman, IM - 1989, Paperback, 219 pages. An extensive and authoritative book covering the complications of 1) d4 f5! English 1... P-K4 by John L. Watson, IM - 1979, Hardcover, 243 pages. This is volume one of an authoritative series that covers the characteristic openings that begin with 1 P-QB4.This book is well set out and covers transpositional possibilities at all stages by cross-references to other lines. Descriptive notation. English 1... P-QB4 by John L. Watson, IM - 1980, Hardcover, 319 pages. Volume three of the series covering this opening. As in all books of this series, transpositions are cross-referenced. Descriptive notation. How to Play the English Opening by Nigel Povah, IM, Corr GM - 1991, Paperback, 140 pages. Algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. French Defense: Tarrasch Variation by Raymond Keene, GM and Shaun Taulbut, IM - 1980, Paperback, 101 pages. This book studies one of the most potent weapons in dealing with the French Defense, 3 Nd2. Algebraic notation. Play the Advance French by Fortinos and Sapi - Paperback, 32 pages. This T.U.I Opening Booklet focuses on the 3 e5 line of the French Defense. It is a collection of 50 games with minimal commentary in this line, and so will be of must value to the advanced player. Algebraic notation. The Grunfeld Defense by William R. Hartston, IM - 1971, Hardcover, 182 pages. A bit dated, this book uses descriptive notation but still contains much valuable information on this opening which begins 1) d4 Nf6 2) c4 g6 3) Nc3 d5. Tactics in the Grunfeld by Gennedy Nesis - 1992, Paperback, 173 pages. In this opening, where Black allows White to form a powerful pawn center, and then turns it into a target for attack. In such an endeavor, tactics and tactical themes are crucial. Organized by tactical type rather than by variation, this book is a valuable study guide for this opening. Algebraic notation. The King's Gambit as White by Larry Christiansen, GM, with Lou Mases and Robert Raingruber - 1984, Paperback, 172 pages. Algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. The King's Indian Defense by Leonard Barden, William R. Hartston, IM, and Raymond Keene, IM - 1973, Hardcover, 334 pages. This extensive book covers all of the main variations and provides an analysis of all important games in this opening up to 1972, with full explanations of the underlying strategy for both sides. t illustrates the types of middle games and endings likely to form out of this opening. Descriptive notation. King's Indian Defense: g3 Systems by Effim Geller, GM - 1980, Paperback, 133 pages. the King's Indian Defense is one of the most popular openings at the grandmaster level, leading to tense and dynamic positions which allow both players to play for a win. This book deals with positional antidotes where White plays an early king-side fianchetto. Algebraic notation. The King's Indian Attack by Norman Weinstein - 1976, Paperback, 47 pages. This Chess Digest pamphlet covers the lines characterized by White playing the moves N-KB3, P-KN3 and B-KN2 against almost any Black setup. This affords remarkable flexibility, but should not be applied without prepared knowledge. Descriptive notation. How to Play the The King's Saemisch Variation by R.D. Keene - 1976, Paperback, 80 pages. This book covers the aggressive blockading system characterized by White castling queenside and closing the center. Descriptive notation. 1 P-QN4 by Andrew Soltis, IM - Paperback, 45 pages. This Chess Digest pamphlet covers the opening sometimes known as "the Orangutan" or "The Polish" or "Sokolsky's Opening." This opening is often maligned casually but has surprising bite to it, especially against an unprepared opponent. Descriptive notation. The Pirc 1975 by Chess Digest - 1975, Paperback, 58 pages. This pamphlet provides a good introduction to an opening which gives Black flexibility to transpose into many more classical lines or to play in a more hypermodern style. Descriptive notation. Beating the Pirc/Modern with the Fianchetto Variation by Andrew Soltis, GM - 1993, Paperback, 74 pages. An opening that blurs the distinctions between e4 and d4 openings, the Pirc warrants study. This book is an excellent introduction to the opening. Algebraic notation. Queen's Gambit Accepted by Chess Digest - 1982, Paperback, 51 pages. This pamphlet is an introduction to one of the common openings seen in tournament play. Descriptive notation. Spanish (Ruy Lopez): Marshall by T.D. Harding - 1977, Hardcover, 176 pages. This book covers the very aggressive Marshall Attack gambit by one of it's best advocates. A highly recommended book for the attacking player. The Marshall Attack by John Nunn, GM and Tim Harding - 1990, Paperback, 217 pages. An expanded update to Harding's 1977 book on this very aggressive gambit variation for Black in the Ruy Lopez, aided by one of England's top GMs. Spanish (Ruy Lopez): Open by Kevin O'Connell - 1978, Paperback, 135 pages. This active defense (1 e4 e5 2 Nf3 Nc6 3 Bb5 a6 4 Ba4 Nf6 5 O-O Nxe4) was a favorite of Korchnoi and is strongly recommended to tournament and postal players. It should give Black a balanced position and, against the unprepared opponent, opportunities for quick wins. Therefore all players should be familiar with it's potential. Spanish: Schliemann (Jaenisch) by Leonid Shamkovich, GM and Eric Schiller - 1983, Paperback, 150 pages. An aggressive but uncertain variation of the Ruy Lopez for Black following 1) e4 e5 2) Nf3 Nc6 3) Bb5 f5!?. It's sure to surprise and confuse an inexperienced opponent, and with the help of this book might do the same against a more advanced player as well. The Schliemann Variation of the Ruy Lopez by Tibor Florian - 1970, Paperback, 35 pages. This short monograph on a neglected variation of the Ruy Lopez for Black using 3... P-B4 suggest that Black will benefit from study of this sharp variation. Descriptive notation. The Scotch by George Botternill and TYim Harding - 1977, Hardcover, 140 pages. Descriptive notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. Secrets of the Sicilian Dragon by Eduard Gufeld, GM and Eric Schiller - 1998, Paperback, 197 pages. An excellent book on one major variation of the Sicilian defense, one of the most complex openings. For an opening so involved that several volumes would not be excessive, this book is worth the dedicated study required. These lines begin 1) e4 c5 2) Nf3 d6 3) d4 cxd4 4) Nxd4 Nf6 5) Nc3 g6. The Sicilian Dragon by D. N. L. Levy, IM - 1972, Hardcover, 243 pages. The Dragon variation of the Sicilian defense is one of the more interesting, complex, double-edged and difficult openings to play as Black or to meet as White. This book covers all the main variations to prepare you to win with either side of this opening. Descriptive notation. Sicilian Defense Accelerated Fianchetto by Chess Digest - 1971, Paperback, 68 pages. A variation on the Dragon variation, the accelerated fianchetto gains it's effect by changes in the move order played. The idea is to hold back the queen pawn to gain tempo with a double advance directly to Q4, and to avoid the Yugoslav Attack by inhibiting White's queenside castling. descriptive notation. Sicilian Defense Closed Variation - by L. M. Pickett and A. K. Swift - 1976, Paperback, 111 pages. An extensive collection of high ranked games in this opening with extensive variations but minimal verbal explanation. Algebraic notation. Sicilian Defense Najdorf Poisoned Pawn - by Jimmy Adams - 19767 Paperback, 72 pages. An opening worth being familiar with as the White player can forge the games into markedly different channels then the Sicilian player enjoys. The Closed Variation will suit those players who prefer a more blocked, slower game and will be uncomfortable for those who prefer an open, attacking tactical game, which describes the Black Sicilian player. But this variation cannot be avoided, so one must be prepared for it. Descriptive notation. Najdorf Variation 6 B-KN5 by J. Holmes - 1972, Paperback, 58 pages. Although this mall pamphlet cannot do full justice to an opening as rich and as complex as the Najdorf Sicilian, even for this one sub-line, it is very descriptive and contains lots of good analysis. Descriptive notation. The New Anti-Najdorf: 6 Be3! by Gisbert Jacoby - 1986, Paperback, 32 pages. This T.U.I Opening Booklet describes an old move regaining favor as of the publication date against a major variation of the Sicilian. It is a collection of 80 games with minimal commentary in this line, and so will be of must value to the advanced player. Algebraic notation. The Sicilian Richter-Rauzer by T. D. Harding and P. R. Markland - 1975, Hardcover, 146 pages. The authors present the current (1975) state of theory in the Richter-Rauzer and introduce some original ideas of their own. This opening is favored by players of both sides, making it certain to be encountered often. the book shows the lines that offer winning chances to both sides in the interesting middle games that arise. Descriptive notation. Sicilian ... e5 by T. D. Harding and P. R. Markland - 1976, Paperback, 110 pages. This book covers the three lines incorporating the Black king pawn thrust in the Sicilian, known as the Lowenthal, the Pelikan and the Boleslavsky variations, including other, rarer lines. These form a significant and characteristic group of variation in the Sicilian. All of these variations are exceedingly sharp and study leading to familiarity with them is likely to reap large rewards. Algebraic notation. The f4 Sicilian by Nigel Davis, IM - The move 2 f4 is an immediate way to sidestep the vast bulk of normal Sicilian opening theory. This is also a pawn thrust with dangerous intentions. It is not enough for Black to rely on simple development to counter this aggression. He must be well prepared, as many of these lines are razor sharp. This book studies the opening by focusing on 70 games in this line with a decent amount of commentary. Algebraic notation. Sicilian Smith-Morra Gambit Declined by Ken Smith - 1973, Paperback, 61 pages. A classic opening favored by Paul Morphy and still playable to this day, 3 P-QB3 signals White's intention to go for the kill from the beginning. But the sacrificial pawn does not have to be taken, and this monograph explores the declined variation. With excellent notes, this booklet is worth studying. Descriptive notation. The Morra-Smith Gambit by Janos Flesch, GM - 1981, Paperback, 150 pages. This is the Smith-Morra Gambit. Algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. Sacrifices in the Sicilian by D. N. L. Levy, IM - 1974, Hardcover, 166 pages. The Sicilian is an opening rich in tactical possibilities, and this book devotes a chapter each to eleven sacrificial themes characteristic of this opening. Descriptive notation. The Two Knights Defense by Alexander Beliavksky and Adrian Mikhalchishin, GM - 1999, Paperback, 112 pages. Algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. Mastering the Opening by Byron Jacobs - 2001, Paperback, 176 pages. Algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. Counter Gambits (Black to play and win) by T. D. Harding, IM - 1973, Paperback, 222 pages. Algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. Ideas Behind the Chess Openings by Reuben Fine, GM - 1943, Paperback, 240 pages. Although this book is dated both in it's variational analysis and notation (descriptive) the quality of it's clear explanation of general opening principles has never been surpassed. One can hardly call themselves a serious chess player if they haven't read this classic book. However, there are more recent editions that have been upgraded to algebraic notation if you're not comfortable with descriptive. Complete Defense to Queen Pawn Openings by Eric Schiller - 1998, Paperback, 278 pages. overs mostly the Tarrash Version of the QGD. Algebraic notation. Gambit Opening Repertoire for White by Eric Schiller - 1998, Paperback, 184 pages. Just like his book on gambit openings for black, described above. Gambit Opening Repertoire for Black by Eric Schiller - 1998, Paperback, 168 pages. This book provides an introduction and sometimes more to a variety of sound sacrificial openings (and since you need to know it sometimes unsound too). Covering both king pawn and queen pawn openings, if you like surprising your opponent and tactical games, this is a worthwhile book. The Road to Chess Mastery by Max Euwe, GM and Walter Meiden - 1966, Paperback, 273 pages. Organized by openings, this book uses illustrative games to make a step by step explanation of basic chess ideas, including the openings, middle game analysis, endgame studies and more. Descriptive notation. How To Win In The Chess Openings by I. A. Horowitz - 1951, Paperback, 192 pages. A very basic book which briefly covers seventeen openings. This book is better for beginner players or those just starting their study of the openings. descriptive notation. Modern Ideas in the Chess Openings by I. A. Horowitz - 1953, Paperback, 167 pages. Descriptive notation. Trends in the ... - 1989 to 1995, Paperbacks - These books are
pamphlets containing one hundred exemplary games in the specified opening, taken
from Grandmaster play, mostly without anotation. As such, they are of most use to the advanced
player and are best used as a supplement to opening study and not as the primary
source material for learning openings. They are typically between thirty-five
and forty-five pages. As we have several of these pamphlets, they are
listed in a table rather than individually.
Books for Beginners, Lots of Opening Books, Ending Studies, Tactics, General Theory, Game Collections, Miscellaneous (technology, history, fiction), To the Submit Button, To the Contact Form, Back to Top of Book Listings How to Win in the Chess Endings by I. A. Horowitz - 1957, Paperback, 234 pages. Descriptive notation. Rook Endings by Grigory Levenfish, GM and Vasily Smyslov, GM - 1971, Paperback, 216 pages. Algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. 1234 Modern Endgame Studies by M. A. Sutherland and H. M. Lommer - 1968, Paperback, 358 pages. A collection of endgame problems for the reader to solve, with answers in the back. Algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. Practical Endgame Tips by Edmar Mednis, GM - 1998, Paperback, 144 pages. Algebraic Books for Beginners, Lots of Opening Books, Ending Studies, Tactics, General Theory, Game Collections, Miscellaneous (technology, history, fiction), To the Submit Button, To the Contact Form, Back to Top of Book Listings A Guide to Attacking Chess by Gary Lane - 1996, Paperback, 128 pages. Algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. Chess Traps, Pitfalls & Swindles by I. A. Horowitz and Fred Reinfeld - 1954, Paperback, 243. Descriptive notation. The Heavy Pieces in Action by Iakov Damsky - 1997, Paperback, 160 pages. Algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. 200 Modern Brilliancies by Kevin Wicker - 1981, Hardcover, 133 pages. Pictorial algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. 1001 Winning Chess Sacrifices and Combinations by Fred Reinfeld - 1955, Paperback, 252 pages. A collection of puzzles with solutions in the back. Descriptive notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. Surprise in Chess by Amatzia Avni, IM - 1998, Paperback, 112 pages. Algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated.< The Fine Art of Swindling by Ali Mortazavi - 1996, Paperback, 112 pages. Algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. Wining Chess Tactics Illustrated by I. A Horowitz - 1963, Paperback, 92 pages. A collection of 320 puzzles with solutions. Descriptive notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. Books for Beginners, Lots of Opening Books, Ending Studies, Tactics, General Theory, Game Collections, Miscellaneous (technology, history, fiction), To the Submit Button, To the Contact Form, Back to Top of Book Listings Blunders & Brilliancies by Ian Mullen and Moe Moss - 1990, Paperback, 128 pages. Algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. Chess Catechism by Larry Evans, GM - 1970, Paperback, 250 pages. A collection of timeless strategic principles and methods of analysis. This book uses descriptive notation. Chess Theory and Practice by W. Ritson Morry and W. Melville Mitchell - 1967, Paperback, 200 pages. A fair book for the beginner, organized by opening, middle, and end game principles. This book uses descriptive notation. Chess - The Mechanics of the Mind by Helmut Pfleger, GM and Gerd Treppner, IM - 1987, Paperback, 156 pages. A general study guide to assist in forming good habits and discipline. Algebraic notation. Combination in Chess by Gyorgy Negyesy and Jozsef Hegyi Creative Chess by Amatzia Avni - 1991, Paperback, 157 pages. Algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. How Good Is Your Chess by Daniel King, GM - 1993, Paperback, 127 pages. Akin to Solitaire chess, it appraises your ability by comparing your predictions against actual grandmaster play. Algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. The Inner Game of Chess by Andrew Soltis, GM - 1995, Paperback, 359 pages. Algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. Judgment and Planning in Chess by Dr. Max Euwe, GM - 1953, Paperback, 190 pages. A classic by a former World Champion, this book explains the most important strategic ideas in evaluating positions. Though written with descriptive notation and not requiring tedious study, it is well worth reading. Mastering the Middlegame by Angus Dunnington, IM - 2001, Paperback, 144 pages. Algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. Modern Ideas In Chess by Richard Reti, GM - 1942, Paperback, 181 pages. The seminal book by the founder of the hypermodern style of opening play. My System by Aron Nimzovich, GM - 1930, Paperback, 372 pages. As important today as when it was first written. One of the most profound theory books available, it is almost a rite of passage for the serious player. Though more recent editions use algebraic notation, this copy is in descriptive. New Ideas in Chess by Larry Evans - 1972, Paperback, 195 pages. Descriptive notation. Pawn Power in Chess by Hans Kmoch - 1959, Paperback, 304 pages. One of the indispensable strategy books dedicated to the role of pawn structure and it's effects on the character of the game. Pawn Structure Chess by Andrew Soltis, GM - 1995, Paperback, 346 pages. Algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. Point Count Chess by I. A. Horowitz, IM - 1960, Paperback, 340 pages. An exceptional beginning strategy book from one of the greats of the "old world" chess masters. Positional Chess by Shawn Taulbut, IM - 1983, Paperback, 111 pages. This book is excellent for the intermediate player who's early tactical successes are no longer effective against increasingly experienced opponents. If you have reached a plateau in your development, this book might be just the ticket to advancing to the next level. Positional Sacrifices by Neil McDonald, IM - 1994, Paperback, 129 pages. A dense book for the advanced player, this book covers a neglected but important element of the game. Practical Endgame Tips by Edmar Mendis, GM - 1998, Paperback, 144 pages. The second book of his "Practical Tips" trilogy. Algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. Practical Middlegame Tips by Edmar Mendis, GM - 1998, Paperback, 175 pages. The third and final book of his "Practical Tips" trilogy. Algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. Reassess Your Chess by Jeremy Silman, IM - 1993, Paperback, 402 pages. Al;gebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. Strategical Themes by Tom Unger - 1989, Paperback, 101 pages. This book explores four major concepts, the bad bishop, the double fianchetto, the central pawn roller, and centralization, supplemented with a section of the author's games. The Art of Chess Combination by Eugene Znosko-Boronsky The Art of Sacrifice in Chess by Rudolf Spielmann Chess Training by Nigel Povah, IM, Corr GM - 1995, Paperback, 178 pages. Algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. The Development of Chess Style by Dr. Max Euwe, GM - 1966, Paperback, 152 pages. A famous book by a former World Champion, uses classic games to demonstrate the insights players acquire in develop their own style of play. Modern Chess Strategy by Edward Lasker - 1951, Paperback, 217 pages. Descriptive notation. The Art of the Middle Game by Paul Keres and Alexander Kotov - 1961, Paperback, 237 pages. Descriptive notation. How to Think Ahead in Chess by I. A. Horowitz and Fred Reinfeld - 1951, Paperback, 268 pages. Descriptive notation. Common Sense in Chess by Emanual Lasker - 1917, Paperback, 139 pages. Descriptive notation. The Chess Legacy of Jose Raoul Capablanca - Last Lectures by Jose Raoul Capablanca - 1966, Paperback, 128 pages. This book describes the fundamental principles of sound chess play, and are collected from a series of radio lectures given by Capablanca a few months before his death. They cover various aspects of the game from opening ideas to the endgame, and are intended for intermediate players just beginning their real study of the game. Descriptive notation. Winning Chess Strategies by Yasser Sierawan, GM - 1994, Paperback, 257 pages. Algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. Winning With Reverse Chess Strategy by William Reuter, SrM - 1998, Paperback, 149 pages. Algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. Books for Beginners, Lots of Opening Books, Ending Studies, Tactics, General Theory, Game Collections, Miscellaneous (technology, history, fiction), To the Submit Button, To the Contact Form, Back to Top of Book Listings A.V.R.O. 1938 by Dr. Arthur S. Antler - 1993, Paperback, 182 pages. An analysis of the controversial tournament that served as the qualifying match after Alexander Alekhine reclaimed his championship title from Max Euwe. With history and personal interviews, this book also analyzes every game of this 14 round tournament among the world's eight greatest players of the time, Alekhine, Botvinnik, Capablanca, Euwe, Fine, Flohr, Keres, and Reshevsky. Rubinstein's Chess Masterpieces Annotated by Hans Kmoch - 1941, Paperback, 192 pages. descriptive notation. 100 Instructive Games of Alekhine by Fred Reinfeld - 1959, Paperback, 278 pages. Descriptive notation. The International Chess Congress, St. Petersburg, 1909 by Emanual Lasker - 1971, Paperback, 192 pages. Descriptive notation. The Centenary Match - Kasparov Karpov III by Raymond Keene and David Goodman - 1986, Paperback, 124 pages. Algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. Kasparov and Deep Blue by Bruce Pandolfini, IM - 1997, Paperback, 171 pages. Algebraic notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. Morphy's Games of Chess Selected and annotated by Philip Sergeant - 1957, Paperback, 352 pages. Descriptive notation. If anyone has used this book, a review would be appreciated. My Best Games of Chess 1935-1957 by V. V. Smyslov - 1958, Paperback, 154 pages. Descriptive notation. The Life and Games of Mikhail Talby Mikhail Tal - 1997, Paperback, 496 pages. A revision of a rare book that first came out in 1976, it contains autobiographical notes, observations of other players, and of course annotation of one hundred of his games by the former world champion himself. Algebraic notation. Chess: Games to Remember by I. A. Horowitz - 1972, Hardcover, 266 pages. Over 250 varied games from the sixties collected by Horowitz as the best of the decade. Brief introductory comments for each game but no annotations. Descriptive notation. Books for Beginners, Lots of Opening Books, Ending Studies, Tactics, General Theory, Game Collections, Miscellaneous (technology, history, fiction), To the Submit Button, To the Contact Form, Back to Top of Book Listings The Tao of Chess by Peter Kurzdorfer - 2004, Paperback, 241 pages: A book of general advice by a former editor of Chess Life. Computers, Chess and Long Range Planning by M. M. Botvinnik, GM - 1970, Paperback, 89 pages: A technical book of computer science by the former World Champion, who was also a respected electrical engineer. The planning of the title is about hardware design, and not chess strategy. Behind Deep Blue by Feng-Hsiung Hsu - 2002 Hardcover, 298 pages. An inside look at the development of the computer chess machine that defeated World Champion Gary Kasparov. Without being unduly technical, this book explains both the technical and the human aspects of developing the worlds best artificial computer player, written by the founding father and chief engineer of the project. The Great Chess Automation by Charles Michael Carroll - 1975, Paperback, 116 pages. An early book about the famous "Turk" machine with a bit of extra material about other similar devices. Chess and Computers by David Levy - 1976, Paperback, 145 pages. A history of the early years of computer chess, covering a variety of notable programs with only a little technical content. The Complete Chess Course by Fred Reinfeld Chess the Easy Way by Reuben Fine Evans on Chess by Larry Evans Predicament in 2-Dimensions by Ariel Mengarini, MD - 1979, Paperback, 105 pages. Written by a psychiatrist and Life Master, this is not a book on chess psychology but about an approach to chess. Even if read as a diversion from more formal chess study, it may still lead to improved tournament performance, especially for the beginning to intermediate player who's habits are not yet ingrained, or for those with bad habits to break. Algebraic Notation. Idle Passion: Chess and the Dance of Death by Alexander Cockburn - 1974, Paperback, 248 pages. A history of the game and some of it's most notable and notorious players with a psychological perspective. How To Play Chess Like A Champion by Fred Reinfeld - 1956, Paperback, 192 pages. A book intended to be read casually by one of the most famous chess authors of all time, it's more a series of anecdotes than a book for study. A recurrent theme is amateur verses master, which gives Reinfeld the opportunity to highlight the differences between them. All About Chess by I. A. Horowitz - 1958, Hardcover, 197 pages. A collection of varied games, the book is more a series of anecdotes. Analysis is marginal, but the style is supreme. Descriptive notation. The Queen's Gambit by Walter Tevis - 1983, Hardcover, 243 pages. This is not a book about the opening. Rather, it is a novel by the author of The Hustler, about the life of a young American woman who discovers an exceptional aptitude for the game. Books for Beginners, Lots of Opening Books, Ending Studies, Tactics, General Theory, Game Collections, Miscellaneous (technology, history, fiction), To the Submit Button, To the Contact Form, Back to Top of Book Listings
New Books (description to be written) 101 Questions On How To Play Chess by Fred Wilson Predicament In 2 Dimensions by Ariel Mengarini How Good Is Your Chess by Daniel King, GM Reassess You Chess by Jeremy Silman, IM USCF Official Rules of Chess by Tim Just and Daniel Burg Chess The Mechanics of the Mind by Helmut Pfleger GM and Gerd Treppner IM Winning with the Catalan by Angus Dunnington, GM The Anti-Sicilian 3 Bb5+ by Yuri Razuvayev GM and Alexander Matsukevitch IM Queenn's Gambit Accepted by Eduard Hufeld, GM Meran Defense by John Donaldson Play the Evans Gambit by Tim Harding and Bernard Cafferty Open Ruy Lopez by Glenn Flear, GM Ruy Lopez Exchange by Krzysztof Panczyk, IM and Jacek Ilczuk Starting Out: the Caro-Kann by Joe GAllagher, GM Practical Middlegame Tips by Edmar Mendis, GM Simple Chess by John Emms, GM More Simple Chess by John Emms, GM Pandolfini's Chess Complete by Bruce Pandolfini, NM Mastering the Opening by Byron Jacobs, IM Mastering the Middlegame by Angus Dunninton, IM A Guide to Attacking Chess by Gary Lane Blunders and Brilliancies y Ian Mullen and Moe Moss Winning Chess Tactics by I. A. Horowitz 1001 Winning Chess Sacrifices and Combinations by Fred Reinfeld Winning With Reverse Chess Strategy by William Reuter Pawn Structure Chess by Andrew Soltis, GM An Opening Repertoire for the Positional Player by Eduard Gufeld, GM and Nikolai Kalinichenko, IM Gambit openings for White Gambit Openings for Black The Taoof Chess by Peter Kurzdorfer The Art of Attack in Chess by V. Vukovic Nimzowitsch Defense by Tim Harding Sicilian Defense II, Lines with c3 by M. Fuller & L. M. Pickett The Slav vs 1 d4 by Jeremy Silman and John Donaldson 1 d4 d5 2 c4 Bf5 Keres Defence by Giovanni Falchetta How To Play The Fischer Attack In The Najdorf Sicilian by Ali Mortazavi IM and Eric Schiller NM Queen's Gambit Tartakower System by J. Konikowski The Benoni for the Tournament Player by John Nunn Beating the Karo-Cann by Vassilios Kotronias The Baltic Defense To The Queen's Gambit by Andrew Soltis Laren's 2 P-KB4 Vs The Sicilian by Chess Digest Chess Psychology by N. V. Krogius Queen's Gambit with Bf4 based on analysis by Lev Polugaevsky and Alex Matsukevich Nunn's Chess Opening (NCO) by John Nunn GM, Graham Burgess, John Burgess GM, and Joe Gallagher GM
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