Play Chess Like the Pros
Play Chess Like the Pros by Danny Gormally, published by Everyman Chess in 2010, is a comprehensive guide that delves into the essential elements that distinguish top chess players from others. This 208-page book is written in English and explores the importance of understanding, preparation, and the will to win in chess. Gormally draws on nearly 15 years of experience as a chess professional to provide insights into the modern game, emphasizing the limitless potential for improvement in players today.
In this edition, readers will find a blend of practical advice and personal anecdotes that illuminate the intricacies of professional chess. Gormally not only discusses strategies and techniques but also shares stories about the personalities behind the moves, offering a unique perspective on the chess world. The book addresses the growing influence of computer-assisted learning and encourages players to step outside their comfort zones to enhance their skills. Through this exploration, Play Chess Like the Pros serves as a valuable resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of chess and improve their game.
Official synopsis Publisher
What separates the greatest chess players from mere mortals? Grandmaster Danny Gormally believes that understanding, preparation and will to win are three crucial factors. In Play Chess Like the Pros he examines these key aspects and attempts to bridge the gap between the best and the rest. He believes that a player s capacity to improve is limitless, and in this age of computer-assisted learning the opportunity to do so is greater than ever before. But are you prepared to stretch yourself, to take yourself out of the comfort zone? However, this is more than a self-improvement book. Nearly 15 years of experience as a chess professional makes the author ideally placed to tell the stories, not just behind the moves but also the characters who play them, giving the reader an insider s view of professional chess in the modern age. *A Grandmaster s revealing view of the modern game*Advice on all aspects of chess*Covers the increasing role of computers Danny Gormally is an experienced Grandmaster with many tournament successes, an England international, and a former British Rapidplay Champion.”
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