The Soviet Chess Primer
The Soviet Chess Primer by I. Maĭzelis is a comprehensive introduction to the game of chess, published by Quality Chess in 2014. This illustrated edition spans 400 pages and is presented in English, making it accessible to a wide audience. The book has inspired generations of players, including some of the greatest chess champions in history, and serves as a witty and engaging guide to understanding the royal game.
Readers will find a blend of instruction and insight that reflects the author’s expertise and passion for chess. The edition includes a foreword by Emanuel Lasker, the 2nd World Champion, and an introduction by renowned chess trainer Mark Dvoretsky, enhancing its educational value. This work covers essential concepts and strategies within the realm of chess, appealing to both beginners and seasoned players interested in deepening their understanding of the game.
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Ilya Maizelis’s masterpiece is the definitive introduction to the game of chess. It has inspired generations of Russians to take up the game, including arguably the two greatest players of all time, the 12th and 13th World Champions.
In the original Russian, this landmark work is simply called “Chess” – no other explanation was considered necessary. The Soviet Chess Primer is a modern English translation of Maizelis’s witty introduction to the royal game.
This new edition of a timeless classic includes an original foreword from the 2nd World Champion, Emanuel Lasker, as well as an introduction from the most celebrated chess trainer of modern times, Mark Dvoretsky.
Praise for the original Russian edition:
“A remarkable book, from which I learnt to play chess” – Garry Kasparov
“A wonderful book which I studied myself” – Anatoly Karpov
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