212 Surprising Checkmates | Bruce Alberston & Fred Wilson
This instructional manual helps players focus on one-, two-, and three-move checkmates by emphasising their opponents' most recent moves and remaining vigilant to new opportunities rather than being distracted by earlier calculations.
- Suitable for players who have a solid grasp of chess fundamentals, typically in the range of a 1500-1800 Elo rating
- Improve your ability to quickly and accurately analyse chess positions and solve tactical problems
- Learn 100 one-move checkmate calculations
- Study more complex two- and three-move scenarios resembling actual game positions
- Excellent lessons to boost your calculation and problem-solving abilities
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About the Authors:
Bruce Alberston is a respected chess author and teacher known for his contributions to chess literature, particularly in tactical training and exercises. His works focus on helping players of various levels improve their tactical awareness and pattern recognition through carefully curated exercises. Alberston's accessible writing style and structured approach make his books ideal for beginners and club players.
Fred Wilson is a prominent chess author, teacher, and historian. He has written and co-authored several popular chess books, often focusing on tactics, endgames, and instructional exercises. Wilson is also known for his work as a chess book seller and his involvement in promoting chess education through his accessible and practical writing style, aimed at helping club players and beginners improve their game.
Other Details:
Paperback
Pages: 152
Dimensions: 15.2 x 1 x 23cm
ISBN-13: 9781936490233
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