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Tactical Training

  • ISBN-13: 9781781945780
  • Publisher: EVERYMAN CHESS
    Imprint: EVERYMAN CHESS
  • By Cyrus Lakdawala
  • Price: AUD $66.99
  • Stock: 15 in stock
  • Availability: Order will be despatched as soon as possible.
  • Local release date: 01/05/2021
  • Format: Paperback (240.00mm X 170.00mm) 528 pages Weight: 820g
  • Categories: Chess [WDMG1]
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It is hard to understate the importance of tactic ability to overall chess proficiency. Of course other elements such as a knowledge of opening play and an understanding of strategy are also important. However, it is undoubtedly the case that 99% of games are won or lost because one player either spots or overlooks a tactic. Consider your own games and just imagine how much stronger you would be if you never overlooked a tactical idea. The good news is that your tactical ability is not some genetically-acquired unalterable trait. Tactical ability can always be improved through the application of diligent practice. Tactical themes are repetitive. The same arrangements of pieces occur again and again and a continual study of the subtle interactions between the forces will inevitably lead to a greater sharpness in actual play. In Tactical Training, experienced chess coach and prolific author Cyrus Lakdawala guides the reader through numerous tactical themes. Topics include: * Checkmating patterns. * The 32 major combinational concepts. * Numerous positions ranked in terms of level of difficulty. The final chapter focuses on a 2020 online match between Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura, currently the top two ranked players in blitz, the form of chess where tactics predominate.
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