Description
In this second volume, the Grandmaster author moves on to discuss piece play and unique chessboard situations.
Topics covered include the bishop pair, opposite coloured bishops, centralization and the almost ignored question of when and whether to castle. Tiviakov also demonstrates how the value of pieces can vary drastically depending on their exact position. He shows how the entire assessment of a position, and the correct strategy for playing it, can be changed by moving a single pawn from one square to another.
In the final chapters, Tiviakov discusses how to play cramped and passive positions, how to play for a win with Black and how to choose your strategy, based on the opponents style and other psychological factors. Illustrated with examples from classic games and from his own games, and supported by instructive exercises, Volume Two of Rock Solid Chess offers invaluable and unique instruction on topics not covered in traditional textbooks. These strategy lessons will significantly improve your chess and are suitable for all readers, from club players to grandmasters. Softback, 254 pages.
