Timman: 100 Endgame Studies You Must Know (paperback) SN_required false The Queen’s Gambit is one

The Queen’s Gambit is one of the oldest and most reliable opening which is mainly based on positional and structural understanding

but the story of how in Lisbon he bought one of the last chess sets belonging to the fourth World Champion is one of many highlights in this book

The Semi-Slav strikes the perfect balance of ambition and soundness

\r\nDeals with all of White\''s main openings

the power of central pawns… and much more

Timman: 100 Endgame Studies You Must Know (paperback) SN_required false The Queen’s Gambit is oneChess Endgame Artistry to Enjoy and Learn From Perhaps the greatest beauty in chess can be found in endgame studies. Delightful twists and turns on the board are combined into true works of art. In studies, chess is distilled into its purest form, with all pieces making only the most essential moves. Endgame studies are also useful exercises for practical chess players, as they show patterns, improve calculation, and inspire out of the box thinking.