Fabiano Caruana: 60 Memorable Games by Andrew Soltis (2022, Trade Paperback)

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PublisherPavilion Books

ISBN-10184994721X

ISBN-139781849947213

eBay Product ID (ePID)9057283951

Product Key Features

Book TitleFabiano Caruana: 60 Memorable Games

Number of Pages384 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2022

TopicChess, General

IllustratorYes

GenreSports & Recreation, Games & Activities

AuthorAndrew Soltis

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height1.3 in

Item Weight19.4 Oz

Item Length9.2 in

Item Width6 in

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Intended AudienceTrade

Reviews'This will doubtless be identified as the definitive account of how a remarkable pre-teenager decided to became a professional chess player at the tender age of 12 and then went on to achieve one of the greatest winning streaks in chess history.' 'Soltis has reached new heights with these two new books ... the notes provided are pithy, enlightening and accurate' -- Raymond Keene , The Article, 'There is a lot to ponder and much to relish in this excellent book. Soltis has long been a fine guide to the opaque paradoxes and anomalous beauty of modern chess, and in this stellar games collection he is on song again.' -- The Caissa Kid Blog, 'This will doubtless be identified as the definitive account of how a remarkable pre-teenager decided to became a professional chess player at the tender age of 12 and then went on to achieve one of the greatest winning streaks in chess history.' 'Soltis has reached new heights with these two new books ... the notes provided are pithy, enlightening and accurate'

Dewey Edition23

Dewey Decimal794.1092

SynopsisFollowing on from the enduring success of one of the most important chess books ever written, Bobby Fischer: My 60 Memorable Games, and the recently released Magnus Carlsen: 50 Memorable Games, celebrated chess writer Andrew Soltis delivers a book on Fabiano Caruana, the Grandmaster set to rival current world champion Magnus Carlsen. This book details Caruana's remarkable rise from chess prodigy to one of the best chess player in the world, exploring how he acquired the skills of 21stcentury grandmaster chess over such a short period of time. This book dives into how he wins by analysing 60 of the games that made him who he is, describing the intricacies behind his and his opponent's strategies, the tactical justification of moves and the psychological battle in each one., The definitive account of how a remarkable youth became a professional chess player at age 12 and went on to achieve the greatest winning streak in chess history. These 60 games provide invaluable insight into how pragmatism, calculation and intuition have become the formula for success in 21st-century chess. Packed with practical advice and tips that will be useful to all aspiring players, from newcomers to experienced tournament competitors. After the classical games of their 2018 world title match ended in a tie, Magnus Carlsen admitted that his challenger Fabiano Caruana had earned the right to call himself his equal. Despite Caruana's defeat in the rapidplay playoff, he has been the champion's constant rival and long-running second highest rated player in the world. This book explains what unique qualities have brought him such consistent and outstanding results and made him different from other members of the world's chess elite, including Magnus Carlsen and his latest challenger Ian Nepomniachtchi. Book jacket., Following on from the enduring success of one of the most important chess books ever written, Bobby Fischer: My 60 Memorable Games , and the recently released Magnus Carlsen: 50 Memorable Games , celebrated chess writer Andrew Soltis delivers a book on Fabiano Caruana, the Grandmaster set to rival current world champion Magnus Carlsen. This book details Caruana's remarkable rise from chess prodigy to one of the best chess player in the world, exploring how he acquired the skills of 21st-century grandmaster chess over such a short period of time. This book dives into how he wins by analysing 60 of the games that made him who he is, describing the intricacies behind his and his opponent's strategies, the tactical justification of moves and the psychological battle in each one., An invaluable insight into the mind of chess prodigy turned Grandmaster, Fabiano Caruana, tracing his stratospheric rise to chess fame. Andrew Soltis takes the reader through 60 of his games, describing the tactical intricacies behind his and his opponent's strategies.

LC Classification NumberGV1439