Techniques of Positional Play: 45 Practical Methods to Gain the Upper Hand in Chess

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Opening preparation is essential, but for aspiring players understanding the middlegame is even more important. Techniques of Positional Play, an improved edition of a Russian classic, teaches amateur chess players 45 extremely effective skills in a crystal-clear manner. Quite a few of these techniques will be revelations for club players, as they offer solutions for problems amateurs are often only subconsciously aware of. For example: How do you restrict the efficacy of your opponent's pieces? What is the best way to exchange a piece? How do you prevent your opponent from opening a file? Whic ...