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Chess for the Gifted & Busy

A Short But Comprehensive Course From Beginner to Expert - Second Revised Edition
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Chess for the Gifted & Busy by Al Lawrence and Lev Alburt is a concise guide tailored for individuals who want to improve their chess skills despite their busy schedules. It offers strategies and insights from grandmasters, making the learning process efficient and effective, ideal for those looking to rapidly advance their understanding of the game while managing limited time.
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Chess for the Gifted & Busy

Chess For the Gifted and Busy cuts through the mysteries of strategy and tactics to show you just what you need to know and delivers all the essential knowledge.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

You choose the level you want to achieve. Want to go from absolute beginner to neighbourhood champ? Complete Level I in an afternoon, play some practice games—and you'll quickly be saying "checkmate"!

When you're ready to become a tough tournament competitor, Level II cuts through the mysteries of strategy and tactics to show you just what you need to know.

If you decide that you won't settle for anything less than being an Expert, near the top levels of tournament chess, Level III delivers all the essential knowledge!

Chess for the Gifted & Busy is a condensed but comprehensive summary of the entire Comprehensive Chess Course series, also available from W.W. Norton.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781889323282

Publisher: Chess Information & Research Center

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 January 2016

Country: United States

Imprint: Chess Information & Research Center

Edition: Second Revised Edition

Illustration: 800+ Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 155.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 402g

Pages: 304

About the Author

International Grandmaster Lev Alburt, three-time U.S. champion and former European champion, is one of the most sought-after chess teachers in the world. He lives in New York. New Yorker Al Lawrence is one of the most popular modern chess authors. A former high school and college teacher with advanced degrees in instructional techniques, he specializes in applying modern teaching theory to chess. He is also a recipient of the Chess Journalist of the Year award.

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