Few years ago another chess author made the case for studying all of the World Championship games, in order to improve as players. I found the idea intriguing, but when I tried to do it, then I discovered I didn’t have a method to learn, and maybe I wasn’t even at the level I could
Chess proficiency is definitely linked to tactical understanding. Many games are won or lost because one of the two players failed to spot a tactical shot. If one wants to become stronger at chess, this book can show the way!
In 1973 legendary organizer Bill Goichberg created the model for what would become an iconic American chess tournament. The deal at the World Open was plain and simple: high entry fees, big prizes, and no frills.
From that moment onwards grandmasters and amateurs have been flocking to the World Open in an annual pilgrimage. Every year around the 4th of July, Philadelphia – the home of the World Open barring a few excursions to other cities – has been the scene of countless epic battles on the chess board.
World Chess Championship 2021 – JBV Chess Books
A book about a world championship which has made clear the extreme domination level of the actual World Champion: Magnus Carlsen.