Product Description

Most chess players tend to neglect the endgame, some even go so far as to take extreme risks in the middle game just to avoid it, simply because they don't feel confident about the final phase. But time limits have shortened, and the endgame has to be played fast - a solid understanding of the basics is vital.Contrary to popular belief, there are relatively few endgames you really need to know. This superb volume presents readers with the 100 endgames that show up most frequently, are easy to learn, and contain ideas and concepts that can be adapted for other positions.A practical tool for learning and understanding the basics of endgame theory, this will become an essential reference for anyone who wants to improve their game.This volume provides practical ideas and instructions for understanding the basics of the endgame.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #79109 in Books
• Published on: 2008-05-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 220 pages

About the Author
Jesus de la Villa is an International Grandmaster and a former Spanish chess champion. He is the author of numerous chess books and a highly acclaimed chess coach.

Customer Reviews

Shortlisted for Guardian Chess Book of the Year 2008
Most players tend to neglect the endgame for study as it can be a bit dry. But time limits have shortened, and the endgame has to be played fast. According to the author, a solid basic knowledge is vital.

The author presents and analyses 100 endgames that:
- show up most frequently in practice
- are easy to learn
- contain ideas and concepts useful in more difficult positions.

The book contains some guiding ideas at the beginning of each chapter, many diagrams, clear summaries of the most important themes, recommended exercises that will help you understand the material and tests, divided in two parts: basic and final.