Choose the Right Move (Cadogan Chess Books) - Softcover

FIDE (World Chess Federation) Master Chris Duncan is a regular competitor in international tournaments and has wide experience of teaching chess to players of all ages and abilities. Daniel King is a well-known chess television commentator and author of several books for Everyman - Choose the Right Move, The Closed Sicilian , How Good is Your Chess? , How to Win at Chess

What differentiates a club player from a grandmaster? Is it simply natural talent, or can chess expertise be nurtured and developed? This book shows that the skills employed by the world's top players are not beyond the reach of the average player. By examining the thought processes of a grandmaster during play, the authors unravel the techniques by which a novice or newcomer to competitive chess could hope to improve. Discover how sound opening principles can get you a head start. Learn to sport and exploit tactical chances when they arise, to devise plans and understand common strategies, and to maximize your chances in the endgame. Packed with practical tips and tricks to help you turn the game your way, this book will set you on the right path to choosing the right move!