Chess Endings
Chess Endings
Yuri Averbakh
Dan Heisman
This small book contains all the basics for chess endgames. - Dan Heisman
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Chess Endings

Comprehensive Chess Endings, Vol. 5: Rook Endings (Pergamon Russian Chess Series)

Yuri Averbakh
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Yuri Averbakh
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In the labyrinthine world of chess, where battles are won or lost in the quiet clash of pawns and the sweeping arcs of rooks, "Chess Endings" by Yuri Averbakh stands as an unparalleled beacon of knowledge and strategy. With the precision of a grandmaster and the insight of a seasoned teacher, Averbakh, alongside co-author Nikolai Antonovich Kopayev, delves into the intricacies of rook and pawn endgames, the most pivotal and frequent of chess finales. Their comprehensive exploration is not merely an academic exercise but a compelling journey through the art and science of chess endgames, illuminating the path from nuanced positioning to triumphant victory. This volume, a jewel in the crown of the five-part series "Comprehensive Chess Endings," resurrects from the archives the most thorough study of its kind, responding to the fervent demand of chess aficionados and professionals alike. Averbakh’s authoritative voice, paired with Kopayev’s specialized expertise, crafts a narrative that is both educational and engrossing, offering up the secrets and strategies of endgames as never before. For anyone seeking to master the endgame, to understand its complexities, and to revel in its beauty, "Chess Endings" is an essential companion, promising to elevate the understanding of novices and grandmasters alike.

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Released
1987
1 Jun
Length
326
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This small book contains all the basics for chess endgames. - Dan Heisman
— Yuri Averbakh, Chess Endings

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