{"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","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/products\/pandemic-shark-by-daniel-gormally-9789464201536","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}