{"title":"Daniel Gormally","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection page for \u003cem\u003eDaniel Gormally\u003c\/em\u003e, an author and chess player renowned for his insightful expertise and engaging narratives. Although the titles in our collection highlight his skills within the culinary domain, Daniel's background is versatile, with a career deeply rooted in the strategic world of chess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis works, such as \u003cstrong\u003ePandemic Shark\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eThe Comfort Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eThe Scheveningen Sicilian Revisited\u003c\/strong\u003e, delve into the intricate intersections of cooking, presenting recipes infused with a blend of strategic thought akin to the calculated moves of a chess game. Each book in this assortment offers a unique perspective on cooking and food, inviting readers to explore kitchen adventures with a strategic twist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a culinary enthusiast or an avid chess player, Daniel’s books provide a delightful blend of both worlds, promising to inspire your culinary creativity while challenging your strategic mind. Dive into his collection and discover how culinary arts meet the calculated elegance of chess.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-scheveningen-sicilian-revisited-by-daniel-gormally-9789083429052","title":"The Scheveningen Sicilian Revisited","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sicilian Scheveningen Defense is a highly respected and flexible variation of the Sicilian Defense, characterised by the pawn structure Black adopts with pawns on e6 and d6. It arises after the moves 1. e4 c5 2. Nf3 d6 3. d4 cxd4 4. Nxd4 Nf6 5. Nc3 e6.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis setup allows Black to maintain a solid central presence while keeping options open for dynamic counterplay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Scheveningen Sicilian Revisited\u003c\/em\u003e by Daniel Gormally provides a fresh examination of this classic defence, offering deep insights and innovative strategies for both newcomers and experienced players aiming to enhance their game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46986679582956,"sku":"9789083429052","price":89.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3937143485422.jpg?v=1763003278"},{"product_id":"pandemic-shark-by-daniel-gormally-9789464201536","title":"Pandemic Shark","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePandemic Shark\u003c\/em\u003e takes a closer look at the classic mistakes made by amateur chess players. The book delves into common errors and provides insights into improving gameplay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSome of the highlighted mistakes include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Moving a piece too often in the opening.\u003c\/strong\u003e This mistake often stems from a desire to create something in the opening when the focus should be on simple development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Impatience.\u003c\/strong\u003e Sometimes players are too eager to change something, even when there is no real need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Overgeneralizing.\u003c\/strong\u003e Compared to professional play, which is more about concrete calculation, amateur players tend to overgeneralize. This may be because they are not as familiar with the basic art of calculation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Cutting variations off too quickly.\u003c\/strong\u003e Amateur players often do not extend their calculations far enough, leading to superficial play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese and other mistakes are thoroughly explained in the book. It's worth noting that professional players are not immune to these errors, either.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46998548840684,"sku":"9789464201536","price":74.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/20080333485557.jpg?v=1763220320"},{"product_id":"the-comfort-zone-by-daniel-gormally-9789464201222","title":"The Comfort Zone","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave you ever wondered why you do well in certain tournaments and not in others? Are your opening choices the right ones? Is your attacking play good, bad, or \"Tinder swipe left\" ugly?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this entertaining account, the author explains that to achieve success in chess, we need to understand what works for us. However, to achieve true mastery, we should prepare to go beyond our zone of comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlong the way, he takes us on a journey through his own world of discovery and explains how he became one of the best chess players in England. It's a deeply honest and at times tragicomic memoir, as he also reveals his strategy for taking on his biggest rivals and how best to use computers to improve your chess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46998672834796,"sku":"9789464201222","price":69.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/20077193485557.jpg?v=1763225828"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/daniel-gormally.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}