Art of Attack in Chess | Vladimir Vukovic
Considered one of the finest chess books ever written on attacking play in chess, Art of Attack has been transcribed into algebraic for the first time. It is a renowned resource for chess players seeking to improve their attacking aspects of the game.
- This book is suitable for players who have a solid grasp of chess fundamentals, typically in the range of a 1500-2000 Elo rating
- Gain excellent insights into the strategic and tactical aspects of attacking play
- Master how to exploit weaknesses in your opponent and conduct attacks against the king
- Learn about attacking techniques, including storm pieces, piece sacrifices and combinations
- Featuring a wealth of examples from master games, including attacking strategies in action
Reviews:
Vuković's detailed analysis of attacking play, particularly against the castled king, is a highlight. He offers examples and provides in-depth explanations of how to build attacks step by step - Chess.com
Are you prepared to dominate the chessboard? If so, this is the book for you! A basic understanding of chess fundamentals, including tactics like Forks, Skewers, and Pins, is essential. To get the most out of this book, it's recommended to follow along with a chessboard, moving pieces as you read to truly grasp the concepts. It's a hefty read, so be ready to spend some time working through it. Simply put, this is the definitive guide to attacking chess. Show me a chess master; chances are they've read this book and still keep it on their shelf - Z Wilson
About the Author:
Vladimir Vuković was a renowned Croatian-Jewish chess writer, theoretician, player, arbiter, and journalist. Born in Zagreb, Croatia, in 1898, he made significant contributions to the chess world. While primarily a writer, Vuković was also a competitive chess player. He represented Yugoslavia in several chess Olympiads.
Other details:
Paperback
Pages: 352
Dimensions: 14.6 x 2 x 21cm
ISBN-13: 9781857444001
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