How to play the end game znosko pdf download

They cover all aspects of strategic endgames, with particular emphasis on thinking methods, and ways to create difficulties for opponents over the board.

Using hundreds of outstanding examples from modern practice, the authors explain not only how to conduct 'classical' endgame tasks, such as exploiting an extra pawn or more active pieces, but also how to handle the extremely unbalanced endings that often arise from the dynamic openings favoured nowadays.

All varieties of endgames are covered, and there are more than exercises for the reader, together with full solutions. Thorough analysis by former world champion. Author : J. You need a thorough knowledge of the principles of chess endings, and this book is an excellent introduction to those principles. World-famous chess teacher Eugene Znosko-Borovsky clearly explains the importance of tempo, the rule of the triangle, the idea of related squares, the power of the pawn and king, and the versatility of the rook.

Each piece is studied individually, and many common end game situations are considered. Drawing on games from such master players as Morphy, Marshall, Steinitz, Capablanca, Alekhine, Lasker, and Botvinnik, Znosko-Borovsky shows you how to think during the end game no matter what pieces you may have or what situation you may be in.

Special consideration is given to the theory of positional play, the conception and execution of a plan, and the recognition of tactical opportunities. ZnoskoBorovsky show you how to think during the end game no maHer what pieces 'ou may have or what situation you may be in. Special consideration is given to the theory of positional pia ', the conception and execution of a plan, and the recognition of tactical opponunities.

The author's well-known clarity of exposition makes this book most useful to a beginner or intermediate player. Unahridged republication of the first edition. Translated by J. Open navigation menu. Close suggestions Search Search. User Settings. Skip carousel. Carousel Previous. Carousel Next. What is Scribd?

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