Magnus Carlsen's Most Instructive Games by Martyn Kravtsiv (English) Paperback B

Description: Magnus Carlsen's Most Instructive Games by Martyn Kravtsiv World Champion Magnus Carlsen is the greatest chess player of the 21st century, and his games are tremendously instructive. This is the first book to focus on the lessons that can be drawn from them. Each game is a themed lesson and picks out a Magnus Moment where Carlsen demonstrates a unique insight that sets him apart from other players. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Magnus Carlsen is the greatest chess player of the 21st century. His tactical wizardry, strategic inventiveness, technical expertise and legendary fighting spirit put him head and shoulders above all other players. They also make his games tremendously instructive.To extract the best lessons from this amazing source material, Gambit has commissioned Martyn Kravtsiv, a Ukrainian grandmaster from the same generation as Carlsen (in fact, they were born just a few days apart). He has annotated these 42 games from a thoroughly modern perspective and with an innate understanding of the impact Carlsens play has had on modern chess.In each game Kravtsiv picks out a key point - the Magnus Moment - where he demonstrates the special insight that sets him apart from other players. Perhaps he clarifies a messy situation, confident in his technical ability. Or sacrifices to gain practical chances in a game that has not gone to plan. Throughout, the emphasis is on how Carlsen makes life hard for his opponents in any way he can, whatever the objective assessment of the position on the board.Each game is a themed lesson on an important chess topic. The bulk of the book addresses the fight for advantage and initiative in the middlegame, but there are also chapters focusing on opening ideas, endgame play and human factors. Back Cover Magnus Carlsen is the greatest chess player of the 21st century. His tactical wizardry, strategic inventiveness, technical expertise and legendary fighting spirit put him head and shoulders above all other players. They also make his games tremendously instructive. To extract the best lessons from this amazing source material, Gambit has commissioned Martyn Kravtsiv, a Ukrainian grandmaster from the same generation as Carlsen (in fact, they were born just a few days apart). He has annotated these 42 games from a thoroughly modern perspective and with an innate understanding of the impact Carlsens play has had on modern chess. In each game Kravtsiv picks out a key point - the Magnus Moment - where he demonstrates the special insight that sets him apart from other players. Perhaps he clarifies a messy situation, confident in his technical ability. Or sacrifices to gain practical chances in a game that has not gone to plan. Throughout, the emphasis is on how Carlsen makes life hard for his opponents in any way he can, whatever the objective assessment of the position on the board. Each game is a themed lesson on an important chess topic. The bulk of the book addresses the fight for advantage and initiative in the middlegame, but there are also chapters focusing on opening ideas, endgame play and human factors. Martyn Kravtsiv is a grandmaster from Lviv, Ukraine. His tournament results include tied first places at Cappelle in 2012 and the 2015 Ukrainian Championship. He represented his country at the 2017 World Team Championship and was a coach for the team that won silver medals at the 2016 Olympiad. Author Biography Martyn Kravtsiv is a grandmaster from Lviv, Ukraine. His tournament results include tied first places at Cappelle in 2012 and the 2015 Ukrainian Championship. He represented his country at the 2017 World Team Championship and was a coach for the team that won silver medals at the 2016 Olympiad. Review "...not the first book devoted to the reigning World Champion, but it is one of the better ones" - IM John Donaldson, USA Team Captain"the author states that the primary aim of the book is to introduce readers to major chess themes and ideas. There is no doubt in my own mind that he achieves this, and that players of all levels will benefit from this book. ... one needs someone with the playing strength and communicative skills to hold our hand and bring a game to life. Kravtsiv achieves this and I hope to read more of his work in future." - Carl Portman, Chess Book Reviews"Each game has its own theme. For example, Carlsen-Karyakin, Bilbao 2016 is Prophylaxis - preventing a threat that doesnt exist yet. All in all a great book" - B.H.Wilders, Nederlands Dagblad"For players eager to improve their understanding, this book is most welcome ... the author has succeeded in presenting the various themes in a clear way. An excellent textbook" - Herman Grooten, schaaksite.nl Review Quote "the author states that the primary aim of the book is to introduce readers to major chess themes and ideas. There is no doubt in my own mind that he achieves this, and that players of all levels will benefit from this book. ... one needs someone with the playing strength and communicative skills to hold our hand and bring a game to life. Kravtsiv achieves this and I hope to read more of his work in future." - Carl Portman, Chess Book Reviews Description for Sales People World Champion Magnus Carlsen is the greatest chess player of the 21st century, and his games are tremendously instructive. While several books have been written about Carlsen, this is the first to focus squarely on the lessons that can be drawn from his games, and how ordinary players can improve their skills and knowledge. The author is a Ukrainian grandmaster who has trained top-class players and has a deep understanding of modern chess teaching methods. In each game Kravtsiv picks out a key point - the Magnus Moment - where Carlsen demonstrates the special insight that sets him apart from other players. Each game is a themed lesson on an important chess topic. These topics include opening concepts, endgame play and human factors, as well as many middlegame themes. Details ISBN191146566X Author Martyn Kravtsiv Language English Year 2021 ISBN-10 191146566X ISBN-13 9781911465669 Format Paperback Pages 176 Publisher Gambit Publications Ltd Publication Date 2021-03-04 Imprint Gambit Publications Ltd Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Translated from Russian AU Release Date 2021-03-04 NZ Release Date 2021-03-04 UK Release Date 2021-03-04 Illustrations 350 chess diagrams DEWEY 794.159 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:131635209;

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