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Tactics based on checkmate ideas against the enemy king decide a large proportion of chess games, so it is vital to be alert to these possibilities when they occur. Joe Gallagher provides 365 checkmate puzzles to help readers sharpen their skills. In each position, the task is to find a way to force a clear-cut win. The theme is always checkmate: either the enemy king perishes, or can only be saved at a decisive cost in material. Joe Gallagher is ideally qualified to write on this subject. Throughout his career, he has been especially feared for his attacking ability and tactical skills. The puzzles, most of which have never before been published, are grouped into categories, starting with easier positions and working up to more difficult ones. Full solutions are given, and all the positions have been carefully checked for alternative solutions and for soundness of the actual solution.

In this easy-to-read guide, Grandmaster Joe Gallagher goes back to the basics of the King's Indian, studying the fundamental principles of its many variations. Throughout the book there are an abundance of notes, tips, warnings and exercises to help the improving player, while key strategies, ideas and tactics for both sides are clearly illustrated.

The King's Indian has always been one of the sharpest, most complex, and popular openings that Black can play; it still provides the setting for many encounters at the elite level of Grandmaster chess. In this book, Grandmaster and King's Indian expert Joe Gallagher provides a Black repertoire in the King's Indian Defence against all of White's possible options.

In this revolutionary book, Grandmaster Joe Gallagher goes back to basics, studying the fundamental principles of the Pirc/Modern and its numerous variations. Throughout the book there are an abundance of notes, tips and warnings to guide the improving player, while important strategies, ideas, and tactics for both sides are clearly illustrated. This book is ideal for the improving player. schovat popis

Mikhail Tal's captivating chess career is explored in depth, particularly during the often-overlooked years from 1975 to 1992. Known for his aggressive and entertaining play, Tal became the youngest World Champion in 1960 and remained a top contender despite health challenges. Grandmaster Joe Gallagher highlights Tal's remarkable games and achievements during this period, providing detailed annotations of his victories and showcasing the brilliance that endeared him to chess enthusiasts worldwide.

In this easy-to-read guide, Grandmaster Joe Gallagher goes back to the basics of the Caro-Kann, studying the key principles of its many variations.

Dynamic play characterizes the c3 Sicilian opening, favored by club and tournament players for over a decade. Grandmaster Joe Gallagher provides a thorough analysis of contemporary theory for both White and Black, detailing essential strategies and tactics. This battle manual is designed to enhance preparation and understanding, ensuring that players can navigate this complex opening effectively.

Brought together in one volume are Starting Out: The Pirc/Modern by Joe Gallagher and Starting Out: The Modern by Nigel Davies

Two great books from the Everyman Chess Library, Starting Out: The King's Indian by Joe Gallagher and Starting Out: The Sicilian Dragon by Andrew Martin, brought together in one volume.

Sometida a un intenso debate teórico desde hace décadas, la Variante Najdorf es una de las defensas más agudas y controvertidas, porque le ofrece a las negras excelentes posibilidades de victoria, sin correr excesivos riestos. Éste es, sin duda, el trabajo más completo y de mayor autoridad realizado hasta la fecha sobre la Variante Najdorf de la Defensa Siciliana, el sistema predilecto de jugadores de la talla de Tal, Fischer y Kasparov.