Hobbies, quizzes and games

The Key Concepts of Chess Endings

In 2003 when it was released, Dvoretsky's Endgame Manual became an instant classic.

The First - and Sadly the Last - Book by Larry Evans

Vienna 1922 is remembered as one of the first great tournaments after World War I.

Chess Tactics Can Be Fun!

New York 1924
A Truly Extraordinary Tournament

One of the most remarkable and famous chess tournaments ever took place in New York City in March and April 1924.

The Essence of Good Chess

The incomparable Fred Reinfeld is back in print!

World Chess Champion Series

The name of Jose Raul Capablanca (1888-1942), the third world champion, is indelibly inscribed in the annals of chess history.

Deliver the Coup de Grace!

What's Old Is New - and Surprisingly Strong!

Learn Chess the Right Way is a five-volume chess puzzle book series aimed at the novice, beginner and intermediate level player, using the unique methods of the award-winning coach and former world champion Susan Polgar.

Reinfeld's Wonderful Book
Generations of chess players have grown up on Fred Reinfeld's books.

Reti's "Other" Classic

Ask most chessplayers about the works by Richard Reti, and most will quickly reply Modern Ideas in Chess.

b>Checkmate wins the game.

The Way to Better Chess!

The Basics of Chess Strategy
While there are many books about how to improve your chess tactics, instructive books about chess strategy, particularly for players of less than master strength, are few and far between.