Positional Chess Handbook
“Positional Chess Handbook” by Israel Gelfer, published by Courier Corporation in 2001, is an illustrated guide that delves into the essential skills required for success in chess. This 212-page book emphasizes the importance of positional advantages in chess matches, illustrating how these skills can lead to effective strategies and successful attacks. Gelfer, an Israeli grandmaster, draws on a rich history of chess, spanning from the 1850s to contemporary players, to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of positional play.
In this handbook, readers will find valuable insights into developing a strategic approach to chess through practical examples that cover various themes, including key squares, bad bishops, and pawn structures. The book presents these concepts in ascending difficulty, making it accessible for chess players at all levels. Derived from the author’s coaching manuals, the material has proven effective in training top junior players and national champions, offering an opportunity for players to enhance their positional skills and deepen their understanding of the game.
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A dramatic sacrifice might seem like the best way to achieve a dazzling, come-from-behind victory, however, the outcome of most chess matches, depends on the participants’ positional skills. The first player to establish a positional advantage gains the best chance of a successful direct attack.
This complete guide, written by an Israeli grandmaster, offers valuable insights in developing a more powerful strategic game. It spans a century and a half of international chess, from the era of the legendary Paul Morphy in the 1850s to that of the modern powerhouse Gary Kasparov. The author focuses on common situations arising from practical over-the-board play. Examples — on such themes as key squares, bad bishops, and pawn structures — appear in ascending difficulty, with ample cross-reference.
Derived from the author’s own coaching manuals, these instructive examples successfully assisted in training Israel’s top juniors and the champions of the Israeli women’s national team. Chess players at every level will benefit from this opportunity to develop an intuitive grasp of each concept and strengthen their positional play.
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