Coach Yourself

This book is a self-improvement plan for chess players who are stuck at a certain playing strength. It shows how to work on games, sharpen calculation of variations, find the best middlegame strategy, and cover endgame technique with numerous examples and puzzles from modern players.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 15 April 2019
Publisher: Everyman Chess

Many chess players are passionate about the game but find themselves stuck at a certain level of playing strength. It's not uncommon for them to encounter obstacles that hinder their progress, despite having ample talent, practice, and opening knowledge. Often, what holds them back is their inability to maximize the time they have available for chess study. This book aims to address this issue and serve as a comprehensive self-improvement plan. It will guide you in working on your own games, identifying and correcting mistakes. It will enhance your ability to calculate variations and explore different middlegame strategies. Furthermore, the book delves into detailed endgame techniques, providing you with valuable insights. Each topic is discussed with numerous examples and puzzles from the games of modern chess grandmasters, such as Magnus Carlsen, Fabiano Caruana, and Viswanathan Anand. If you're serious about taking your chess to the next level, it's time to embark on the journey of coaching yourself!

Weight: 540g
Dimension: 172 x 239 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781781945124