While I like the book, the title offers a level of comprehensiveness that the contents do not quite fulfill and much of what I take issue with is the marketing promises rather than the contents. “Useful for all chess players, this is an essential read for anyone looking to improve and understand the game better.” The exercises teach you how to seize the opportunities before they disappear as well as avoiding traps your opponent may leave. Plus there are exercises that illustrate each tactic – to test you on your growing ability. “Written in a clear and informative style, the book has a large section containing illustrative games from past chess masters and grandmasters that show the relevant chess definition in action. A to Z C hess T actics provides an explanation of all the key terms and jargon used in chess so you can understand them and put them into practice in your own game, from Castling to Zugzwang, from Underpromotion to Zwischenzug. “An indispensable reference book of chess moves, perfect for any chess player, beginner or club player. Here is how it is described on the back cover: George Huczek is a Canadian Correspondence Chess Association Senior Candidate Master and was on the Canadian Chess Federation Board of Governors. Alphabetical Checkpoint and ChessBase CafeĪ to Z Chess Tactics, George Huczek, Batsford, Paperback, ISBN: 9781849944465, 349pp., $19.95.
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