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Chess Queens

The True Story of a Chess Champion and the Greatest Female Players of All Time

par Jennifer Shahade ...

'Like The Queen's Gambit, this isn't really about chess, but power'Sunday TimesWhat does it take to make it to the top of your game?As a chess champion, Jennifer Shahade has travelled the world playing major tournaments. At the top, she finds rivalry and friendship; sexism and feminism; ecstatic highs and excruciating losses.Chess Queens invites us behind the scenes of this ultra ma... ... En savoir plus

$12.99 CAD

'Like The Queen's Gambit, this isn't really about chess, but power'Sunday TimesWhat does it take to make it to the top of your game?As a chess champion, Jennifer Shahade has travelled the world playing major tournaments. At the top, she finds rivalry and friendship; sexism and feminism; ecstatic highs and excruciating losses.Chess Queens invites us behind the scenes of this ultra ma...
... En savoir plus
Game Changer

AlphaZero's Groundbreaking Chess Strategies and the Promise of AI

par Matthew Sadler, Natasha Regan ...

It took AlphaZero only a few hours of self-learning to become the chess player that shocked the world. The artificial intelligence system, created by DeepMind, had been fed nothing but the rules of the Royal Game when it beat the world’s strongest chess engine in a prolonged match. The selection of ten games published in December 2017 created a worldwide sensation: how was it possible to play in ... En savoir plus

$28.99 CAD

It took AlphaZero only a few hours of self-learning to become the chess player that shocked the world. The artificial intelligence system, created by DeepMind, had been fed nothing but the rules of the Royal Game when it beat the world’s strongest chess engine in a prolonged match. The selection of ten games published in December 2017 created a worldwide sensation: how was it possible to play in
... En savoir plus
Learn Chess the Right Way

Book 5: Finding Winning Moves

par Susan Polgar ...

The Polgar Way to Better Chess! Learn Chess the Right Way is a five-volume chess puzzle book series aimed at the novice, beginner and intermediate level player, using the unique methods of the award-winning coach and former world champion Susan Polgar. It introduces the most important checkmate and material-winning tactics, as well as defensive techniques to the new chess player. Each of the ... En savoir plus

$14.39 CAD

The Polgar Way to Better Chess! Learn Chess the Right Way is a five-volume chess puzzle book series aimed at the novice, beginner and intermediate level player, using the unique methods of the award-winning coach and former world champion Susan Polgar. It introduces the most important checkmate and material-winning tactics, as well as defensive techniques to the new chess player. Each of the
... En savoir plus
One Move Checkmate Chess Book Games for Kids and Novices

The Right Way to Learn Chess Without Chess Teacher

par Andon Rangelov ...

This book contains easy 100 mate in one chess puzzles and their solutions. The book is appropriate for children and novices. Please keep in mind that these are do-it-yourself exercises, therefore you must be familiar with all of the basic chess principles. Use “look inside” for additional details. ... En savoir plus

$4.99 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

This book contains easy 100 mate in one chess puzzles and their solutions. The book is appropriate for children and novices. Please keep in mind that these are do-it-yourself exercises, therefore you must be familiar with all of the basic chess principles. Use “look inside” for additional details.
... En savoir plus
Le Système Jobava-London

par Özer Mumcu ...

Découvrez le Système Jobava London, une variante moderne et agressive du classique Système de Londres (1.d4 suivi de Cc3 et Ff4). Popularisé par le grand maître géorgien Baadur Jobava, ce système surprend les Noirs par son dynamisme et ses possibilités d'attaque rapide, tout en nécessitant peu de théorie. Idéal pour les joueurs cherchant une ouverture solide mais dangereuse avec les Blancs. Un ... En savoir plus

$13.99 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

Découvrez le Système Jobava London, une variante moderne et agressive du classique Système de Londres (1.d4 suivi de Cc3 et Ff4). Popularisé par le grand maître géorgien Baadur Jobava, ce système surprend les Noirs par son dynamisme et ses possibilités d'attaque rapide, tout en nécessitant peu de théorie. Idéal pour les joueurs cherchant une ouverture solide mais dangereuse avec les Blancs. Un
... En savoir plus
History of Chess (Annotated)

Enriched Edition. Origins, Manuscripts, and Cultural Transmission from Chaturanga to Medieval European Play

par H. J. R. Murray, Noelle Ardenwick ...

H. J. R. Murray's History of Chess is the foundational modern study of the game's origins, transmission, and transformation from Indian chaturanga through Persian and Arabic traditions into medieval and Renaissance Europe. Written with philological rigor and antiquarian breadth, the book combines manuscript evidence, linguistic analysis, problem literature, and comparative rules to reconstruct ... En savoir plus

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H. J. R. Murray's History of Chess is the foundational modern study of the game's origins, transmission, and transformation from Indian chaturanga through Persian and Arabic traditions into medieval and Renaissance Europe. Written with philological rigor and antiquarian breadth, the book combines manuscript evidence, linguistic analysis, problem literature, and comparative rules to reconstruct
... En savoir plus
500 Checkmate Chess Puzzles in Two Moves, Part 5

Chess Self Teacher

par Charles Morphy ...

Collections Livre 5 - Chess Self Teacher
This book provides 500 chess puzzles with mates in two moves and their answers. The puzzles are designed for intermediate players but can be used also by beginners. Please bear in mind that these are self-study activities, thus you must understand all of the fundamental chess rules. For further information, use the "see inside" option. ... En savoir plus

$4.49 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

This book provides 500 chess puzzles with mates in two moves and their answers. The puzzles are designed for intermediate players but can be used also by beginners. Please bear in mind that these are self-study activities, thus you must understand all of the fundamental chess rules. For further information, use the "see inside" option.
... En savoir plus
Échecs pour les Débutants: Un guide simple et complet Pour Apprendre les Règles Fondamentales, les Meilleures Stratégies D'ouverture Utilisées par les Grands Joueurs et Comment Gagner Vos Parties

par Aurélien Philippe ...

Vous voulez apprendre à jouer aux échecs et vous ne savez pas quel manuel choisir?Alors vous avez une raison de plus de poursuivre votre lecture...Si vous êtes un débutant et que vous voulez devenir un joueur d'échecs compétent, vous avez besoin de 3 choses fondamentales : avoir une vue d'ensemble détaillée du jeu, être guidé pas à pas et comprendre la logique qui se cache derrière.Ce manuel est ... En savoir plus

$5.39 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

Vous voulez apprendre à jouer aux échecs et vous ne savez pas quel manuel choisir?Alors vous avez une raison de plus de poursuivre votre lecture...Si vous êtes un débutant et que vous voulez devenir un joueur d'échecs compétent, vous avez besoin de 3 choses fondamentales : avoir une vue d'ensemble détaillée du jeu, être guidé pas à pas et comprendre la logique qui se cache derrière.Ce manuel est
... En savoir plus
Échecs Pour Débutants: Faites votre choix! Apprenez à incarner la reine des échecs et à mettre votre adversaire échec et mat. Ouvertures, milieux et fins d'échecs modernes. Toutes les stratégies

par Élise Clothilde ...

Admettez-le... Vous venez de voir ou d'entendre parler de la série télévisée "The Queen's Gambit" et vous cherchez un manuel pour vous apprendre à jouer comme un grand maître!VOUS N'ÊTES PAS LE SEUL... Le jeu d'échecs, fascinant et mystique, fait un retour en force en Italie et ailleurs. Des millions de joueurs du monde entier sont sur le point de se plonger dans le monde des échecs après avoir ... En savoir plus

$6.29 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

Admettez-le... Vous venez de voir ou d'entendre parler de la série télévisée "The Queen's Gambit" et vous cherchez un manuel pour vous apprendre à jouer comme un grand maître!VOUS N'ÊTES PAS LE SEUL... Le jeu d'échecs, fascinant et mystique, fait un retour en force en Italie et ailleurs. Des millions de joueurs du monde entier sont sur le point de se plonger dans le monde des échecs après avoir
... En savoir plus
Complete Defense to King Pawn Openings

par Eric Schiller ...

Based on the powerful Caro-Kann, a favorite weapon of great players, youll learn how to come right out of the gate and defend against 1.d4, the most popular first move in chess. This is a great beginners book because readers need to learn just one strong opening system, and it can be used to combat all of Whites 1.d4 openings. Youll learn every option and strategy White can throw on the board, the ... En savoir plus

$9.08 CAD

Based on the powerful Caro-Kann, a favorite weapon of great players, youll learn how to come right out of the gate and defend against 1.d4, the most popular first move in chess. This is a great beginners book because readers need to learn just one strong opening system, and it can be used to combat all of Whites 1.d4 openings. Youll learn every option and strategy White can throw on the board, the
... En savoir plus
How to Win at Chess

The Ultimate Guide for Beginners and Beyond

par Levy Rozman ...

Collections series How to Win at Chess
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Learn chess from International Master and YouTube’s top chess teacher Levy Rozman (aka GothamChess) in this refreshing and fun guide for beginner and intermediate players.Clever and informative, How to Win at Chess teaches you everything you need to know about the game, including all the important moves and strategies to start off strong and keep you thinking several ... En savoir plus

$14.99 CAD

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Learn chess from International Master and YouTube’s top chess teacher Levy Rozman (aka GothamChess) in this refreshing and fun guide for beginner and intermediate players.Clever and informative, How to Win at Chess teaches you everything you need to know about the game, including all the important moves and strategies to start off strong and keep you thinking several
... En savoir plus
How to Win at Chess, Next Level

The Ultimate Guide for Intermediate Play

par Levy Rozman ...

Collections series How to Win at Chess
Take your chess game to the next level with this exciting and approachable guide for intermediate players from YouTube’s top chess teacher Levy Rozman (aka GothamChess).Unlock the secrets to mastering chess and moving beyond the basics to dominate your matches with How to Win at Chess, Next Level. This comprehensive guide for midlevel players (1000–1600 Elo rating) teaches you everything you need ... En savoir plus

$18.99 CAD

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Take your chess game to the next level with this exciting and approachable guide for intermediate players from YouTube’s top chess teacher Levy Rozman (aka GothamChess).Unlock the secrets to mastering chess and moving beyond the basics to dominate your matches with How to Win at Chess, Next Level. This comprehensive guide for midlevel players (1000–1600 Elo rating) teaches you everything you need
... En savoir plus
The Grass Arena

An Autobiography

par John Healy, Colin MacCabe ...

Collections series Penguin Modern Classics
John Healy's The Grass Arena describes with unflinching honesty his experiences of addiction, his escape through learning to play chess in prison, and his ongoing search for peace of mind.In his searing autobiography Healy describes his fifteen years living rough in London without state aid, when begging carried an automatic three-year prison sentence and vagrant alcoholics prowled the parks and ... En savoir plus

$10.99 CAD

John Healy's The Grass Arena describes with unflinching honesty his experiences of addiction, his escape through learning to play chess in prison, and his ongoing search for peace of mind.In his searing autobiography Healy describes his fifteen years living rough in London without state aid, when begging carried an automatic three-year prison sentence and vagrant alcoholics prowled the parks and
... En savoir plus
Kramnik-Kasparov, London 2000

Match for the World Chess Championship

par Karsten Mueller ...

Garry Kasparov is considered by many to be the greatest chessplayer ever. Until the turn of the 21 st century, there did not appear to be anyone who could successfully challenge him. However, in October 2000, Kasparov met another Russian, Vladimir Kramnik, in a title match.Sponsored by BrainGames, the match would be 16 games, with the winner being the first to score 8 points. Kasparov would keep ... En savoir plus

$2.69 CAD

Garry Kasparov is considered by many to be the greatest chessplayer ever. Until the turn of the 21 st century, there did not appear to be anyone who could successfully challenge him. However, in October 2000, Kasparov met another Russian, Vladimir Kramnik, in a title match.Sponsored by BrainGames, the match would be 16 games, with the winner being the first to score 8 points. Kasparov would keep
... En savoir plus
Learn From Bobby Fischer's Greatest Games

par Eric Schiller ...

The first book about the great AMerican chess champion Bobby Fischer written for the average player-90% of the chess playing audience- Schiller focuses on the lessons players can learn from his games. Packed with diagrams and easy-to-understand pointers showing what fischer was thinking and how players can apply these concepts and strategies to their own games, this great learning tools borrows ... En savoir plus

$9.08 CAD

The first book about the great AMerican chess champion Bobby Fischer written for the average player-90% of the chess playing audience- Schiller focuses on the lessons players can learn from his games. Packed with diagrams and easy-to-understand pointers showing what fischer was thinking and how players can apply these concepts and strategies to their own games, this great learning tools borrows
... En savoir plus
Chess for Beginners

Chess for Beginners, #1

par Craig Medina ...

Collections Livre 1 - Chess for Beginners
Are you searching for a complete, hands-on and interactive guide to help you learn and start playing chess?Perhaps you haven't ever played any games of chess in the past, but you want to test out your skills and see if you enjoy playing.Or maybe you have attempted to play chess matches before, but you are all too aware that you have a limited amount of knowledge when it comes to the rules and ... En savoir plus

$0.89 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

Are you searching for a complete, hands-on and interactive guide to help you learn and start playing chess?Perhaps you haven't ever played any games of chess in the past, but you want to test out your skills and see if you enjoy playing.Or maybe you have attempted to play chess matches before, but you are all too aware that you have a limited amount of knowledge when it comes to the rules and
... En savoir plus
Bobby Fischer

The Career and Complete Games of the American World Chess Champion

par Karsten MÃ¼ller ...

The Ultimate Fischer Collection! The Chess Publishing Event of the Decade! The years after the Second World War saw international chess dominated by the Soviets Botvinnik, Smyslov, Tal, Petrosian and then Spassky held the world crown, treating it as if it were almost an integral part of their country s heritage. There were occasional flashes of brilliance in the West Reshevsky, Najdorf, and later ... En savoir plus

$8.36 CAD

The Ultimate Fischer Collection! The Chess Publishing Event of the Decade! The years after the Second World War saw international chess dominated by the Soviets Botvinnik, Smyslov, Tal, Petrosian and then Spassky held the world crown, treating it as if it were almost an integral part of their country s heritage. There were occasional flashes of brilliance in the West Reshevsky, Najdorf, and later
... En savoir plus
American Mah Jongg for Everyone

The Complete Beginner's Guide

par Gregg Swain, Toby Salk ...

Whether you're an American Mah Jongg newbie or an intermediate player looking to gain an edge over your opponents, American Mah Jongg for Everyone is the perfect book to help you start practicing your game!Experienced international Mah Jongg instructors Gregg Swain and Toby Salk walk you through the basics of American Mah Jongg—introducing readers to the tiles, rituals, history, rules and winning ... En savoir plus

$17.99 CAD

Whether you're an American Mah Jongg newbie or an intermediate player looking to gain an edge over your opponents, American Mah Jongg for Everyone is the perfect book to help you start practicing your game!Experienced international Mah Jongg instructors Gregg Swain and Toby Salk walk you through the basics of American Mah Jongg—introducing readers to the tiles, rituals, history, rules and winning
... En savoir plus
MANUEL D'ÉCHECS 2021; Le cours complet pour devenir un joueur expert. Comprend les fondamentaux, les ouvertures, les coups gagnants et les stratégies

par Giancarlo Capuani ...

Vous souhaitez apprendre à jouer aux échecs mais vous ne savez pas par où commencer ?Vous avez regardé la série "La Reine des Échecs" et vous avez été fasciné par celle-ci ?Vous souhaitez devenir un joueur expert et connaître les astuces des vétérans ?C'est le manuel actuellement le plus à jour, il contient tous les SECRETS et TRACES des PROFESSIONNELS des échecs.Pas à pas, technique après ... En savoir plus

Prix courant $6.99 CAD Maintenant $5.99 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

Vous souhaitez apprendre à jouer aux échecs mais vous ne savez pas par où commencer ?Vous avez regardé la série "La Reine des Échecs" et vous avez été fasciné par celle-ci ?Vous souhaitez devenir un joueur expert et connaître les astuces des vétérans ?C'est le manuel actuellement le plus à jour, il contient tous les SECRETS et TRACES des PROFESSIONNELS des échecs.Pas à pas, technique après
... En savoir plus
Pandolfini's Ultimate Guide to Chess

par Bruce Pandolfini ...

From America’s foremost chess coach and game strategist for Netflix’s The Queen’s Gambit comes a comprehensive guide covering all aspects of the game, to improve your technique whether you are a newcomer or a longtime fan.One of America's best-known chess masters, Bruce Pandolfini has helped millions learn the intricacies of chess through his acclaimed books and workshops. In this exciting volume, ... En savoir plus

$14.99 CAD

From America’s foremost chess coach and game strategist for Netflix’s The Queen’s Gambit comes a comprehensive guide covering all aspects of the game, to improve your technique whether you are a newcomer or a longtime fan.One of America's best-known chess masters, Bruce Pandolfini has helped millions learn the intricacies of chess through his acclaimed books and workshops. In this exciting volume,
... En savoir plus
180 Checkmates Chess Puzzles in Two Moves, Part 1

The Right Way to Learn Chess With Chess Lessons and Chess Exercises

par Andon Rangelov ...

Collections Livre 1 - The Right Way to Learn Chess With Chess Lessons and Chess Exercises
180 mate-in-two moves chess problems with solutions are included in this book (all in form of diagrams). Both beginning and intermediate readers can benefit from the book. Please keep in mind that as these are self-study exercises, you must be familiar with all of the basic chess rules. Use the "Look Inside" option to get more details. ... En savoir plus

$4.99 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

180 mate-in-two moves chess problems with solutions are included in this book (all in form of diagrams). Both beginning and intermediate readers can benefit from the book. Please keep in mind that as these are self-study exercises, you must be familiar with all of the basic chess rules. Use the "Look Inside" option to get more details.
... En savoir plus
100 Mate in Two Chess Puzzles, Inspired by Levy Rozman Games

Intermediate Level

par Andon Rangelov ...

Collections Livre 1 - How to Learn Chess the Right Way
This book contains 100 mate in two chess puzzles and their solutions, all of which are taken from IM Levy Rozman games. Most of the games are rapid, blitz and bullet games played on chess.com. The puzzles are intended for players of intermediate level. ... En savoir plus

$4.99 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

This book contains 100 mate in two chess puzzles and their solutions, all of which are taken from IM Levy Rozman games. Most of the games are rapid, blitz and bullet games played on chess.com. The puzzles are intended for players of intermediate level.
... En savoir plus
Searching for Bobby Fischer

A Father's Story of Love and Ambition

par Fred Waitzkin ...

The inspiration for the iconic film, this memoir by the father of a prodigy reflects on chess, competition, and childhood.Fred Waitzkin fell in love with chess during the Cold War–era showdown between Russian champion Boris Spassky and young American superstar Bobby Fischer. Twelve years later, Waitzkin's own son, Joshua, discovered chess in Washington Square Park and began displaying the telltale ... En savoir plus

$15.83 CAD ou Gratuit avec Kobo Plus

The inspiration for the iconic film, this memoir by the father of a prodigy reflects on chess, competition, and childhood.Fred Waitzkin fell in love with chess during the Cold War–era showdown between Russian champion Boris Spassky and young American superstar Bobby Fischer. Twelve years later, Waitzkin's own son, Joshua, discovered chess in Washington Square Park and began displaying the telltale
... En savoir plus
Checkmate

Genius, Lies, Ambition, and the Biggest Scandal in Chess

par Ben Mezrich ...

**"The best black-and-white drama this side of Chess on Broadway." - Vanity FairFrom the bestselling author of The Accidental Billionaires and Bringing Down the House comes the cinematic true story about the biggest scandal in modern chess.**In September 2022, the unthinkable happened: nineteen-year-old American chess prodigy Hans Niemann defeated world champion Magnus Carlsen in a stunning face ... En savoir plus

$19.99 CAD

**"The best black-and-white drama this side of Chess on Broadway." - Vanity FairFrom the bestselling author of The Accidental Billionaires and Bringing Down the House comes the cinematic true story about the biggest scandal in modern chess.**In September 2022, the unthinkable happened: nineteen-year-old American chess prodigy Hans Niemann defeated world champion Magnus Carlsen in a stunning face
... En savoir plus

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