The current generation of supergrandmasters play unrelentingly dynamic chess, but a great deal of chess literature still deals with chess as if it were a predominantly static game. Much of our understanding of the game is based around traditional rules of thumb that might work well on average or in typical situations. But these rules may not equip us at all well in the specific and sometimes exceptional situations that we face in our games.

In this book, Valeri Beim explains how to factor in dynamic considerations, and weigh initiative and time against material and other static factors. This is a practical account by an experienced trainer and battle-hardened competitor, geared towards the needs of players looking to improve their results.

Features:

• Dynamics
• Development
• King moves for attacking purposes
• Breakthrough
• Initiative

Specifications:

• Paperback: 175 pages
• Publisher: Gambit Publications (October 2004)
• Language: English
• Product Dimensions: 9.7 x 6.8 x 0.6 inches

Valeri Beim is a grandmaster who lives in Austria. He has won numerous tournaments and plays in the Austrian and German leagues. For many years he was the head trainer at the chess school in Odessa, and he was also the trainer of the Israeli Olympiad team. This is his fourth chess book.