Gormally, Play Chess like the Pros

What separates the greatest chess players from mere mortals
Grandmaster Danny Gormally believes that understanding, preparation and will to win are three crucial factors. In Play Chess Like the Pros he examines these key aspects and attempts to bridge the gap between the best and the rest. He believes that a player's capacity to improve is limitless, and in this age of computer-assisted learning the opportunity to do so is greater than ever before. But are you prepared to stretch yourself, to take yourself out of the comfort zone

However, this is more than a self-improvement book. Nearly 15 years of experience as a chess professional makes the author ideally placed to tell the stories, not just behind the moves but also the characters who play them, giving the reader an insider's view of professional chess in the modern age.

A Grandmaster's revealing view of the modern game
Advice on all aspects of chess
Covers the increasing role of computers


Contents

Introduction

South London's Finest
Morphy vs. Carlsen
Taking on Transwarp
The Gamblers and the Grinders
Solving Problems in the Opening
Practical Play
Combinations

Solutions to Exercises

Index of Openings

Index of Players