Chess Endgame Training - Softcover

Rosen, Bernd

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1904600018 ISBN 13: 9781904600015

Publisher: Gambit Publications Ltd, 2003

Synopsis

This is an endgame manual with a difference. As soon as a topic has been introduced and a few basic ideas discussed, you are immediately invited to immerse yourself in the subject by solving a series of relevant positions. The solutions to these positions feature a wealth of practical advice and further discussion of endgame principles and the key theoretical points. All the main types of endgames are covered: pawn endings, minor-piece endings, rook endings and queen endings. Rosen discusses important elements in endgame strategy, such as pawn-structure, passed pawns, space advantage, breakthrough and Zugzwang. Endgames are often highly tactical, and this is reflected throughout this book in exercises that require precise calculation, and in sections devoted to typical tactical themes. There is a wealth of exercises throughout the book.

About this title

About the Author

Bernd Rosen is a highly qualified trainer who writes a regular column in a German chess magazine. He gained his FIDE Master title in 1987 and has played in the German Bundesliga for many years.

Edition details

• Publisher: Gambit Publications Ltd
• Publication date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1904600018
• ISBN 13: 9781904600015
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 176