The chess player's battle manual : [equip yourself for competitive play

Working on the theory that within every player there is a better player waiting to be unleashed, this renowned chess teacher uses examples from his teaching practice to reveal the key elements in the makeup of strong players. He then shows players how to acquire these skills by examining how games are won and lost and how results can be improved with common sense and practical measures. Beginner Aimed at club players and those new to competitive chess, the lessons in this book are based on games by average players. The author, a grandmaster and chess trainer, explains how typical mistakes are made and how they can be minimized.