Chess Psychology: The will to win!
"That is part of what I like in chess: it is psychological warfare at the board." Magnus Carlsen during an interview with the BBC, March 2013

In chess, more than in any other game, battles are won and lost in the mind. US National Master William Stewart is convinced that a positive attitude is crucial if you want to develop and achieve success as a chess player, and in this book he focuses on the vital subject of chess psychology.

All the key areas of chess are covered here. Stewart highlights the principles of successful opening play and outlines an easy-to-learn starting repertoire. He also examines positional play, defensive resilience, typical mistakes and how to avoid them, tournament strategy, clock management, how to study chess and much more besides. This book is packed with tips and practical advice for beginners and intermediate players, and anyone wishing to improve their mental approach to chess.

An essential guide to chess psychology
Covers opening, middlegame and endgame play
Ideal for beginners and intermediate players
1115427914
Chess Psychology: The will to win!
"That is part of what I like in chess: it is psychological warfare at the board." Magnus Carlsen during an interview with the BBC, March 2013

In chess, more than in any other game, battles are won and lost in the mind. US National Master William Stewart is convinced that a positive attitude is crucial if you want to develop and achieve success as a chess player, and in this book he focuses on the vital subject of chess psychology.

All the key areas of chess are covered here. Stewart highlights the principles of successful opening play and outlines an easy-to-learn starting repertoire. He also examines positional play, defensive resilience, typical mistakes and how to avoid them, tournament strategy, clock management, how to study chess and much more besides. This book is packed with tips and practical advice for beginners and intermediate players, and anyone wishing to improve their mental approach to chess.

An essential guide to chess psychology
Covers opening, middlegame and endgame play
Ideal for beginners and intermediate players
9.99 In Stock
Chess Psychology: The will to win!

Chess Psychology: The will to win!

by William Stewart
Chess Psychology: The will to win!

Chess Psychology: The will to win!

by William Stewart

eBook

$9.99 

Available on Compatible NOOK devices, the free NOOK App and in My Digital Library.
WANT A NOOK?  Explore Now

Related collections and offers

LEND ME® See Details

Overview

"That is part of what I like in chess: it is psychological warfare at the board." Magnus Carlsen during an interview with the BBC, March 2013

In chess, more than in any other game, battles are won and lost in the mind. US National Master William Stewart is convinced that a positive attitude is crucial if you want to develop and achieve success as a chess player, and in this book he focuses on the vital subject of chess psychology.

All the key areas of chess are covered here. Stewart highlights the principles of successful opening play and outlines an easy-to-learn starting repertoire. He also examines positional play, defensive resilience, typical mistakes and how to avoid them, tournament strategy, clock management, how to study chess and much more besides. This book is packed with tips and practical advice for beginners and intermediate players, and anyone wishing to improve their mental approach to chess.

An essential guide to chess psychology
Covers opening, middlegame and endgame play
Ideal for beginners and intermediate players

Product Details

BN ID: 2940016530956
Publisher: Everyman Chess
Publication date: 05/28/2013
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
Pages: 208
File size: 7 MB

About the Author

In 2009 William Stewart tied for first place in the under-2200 section of the World Open. He holds degrees in both Psychology and Spanish from the University of Georgia. In 2011 he co-founded the websites OnlineChessLessons.net and the Spanish equivalent ClasesdeAjedrez.net, which promote and teach chess on a global level. In May 2013 he was awarded the title of FIDE Master.
From the B&N Reads Blog

Customer Reviews