DAS GROSSE LEHRBUCH DES POSITIONSSPIELS(HC)

The Great Textbook of Positional Play is a substantial German-language chess book in hardcover, written for players, coaches and ambitious self-learners who want a deeper understanding of positional play. Based on the Russian tradition of chess training, it offers a structured course that develops both positional knowledge and the way you think at the board.

What this book covers

Written by Konstantin Sakaev and Konstantin Landa, this book brings together a wide range of training methods and practical guidance that can be used by coaches as well as by people studying on their own. It was originally developed for chess teachers working in the Russian DYSS sports school system for young talents.

The material takes the reader through the key areas of positional play and tournament practice. It is not limited to opening ideas and diagrams: it also addresses calculation, decision-making, and the mental and physical preparation needed for serious play.

Topics included

The book covers both fundamental and more advanced themes. The reader works on:

• rapid development of the pieces and the fight for the centre in the opening,
• accurate calculation and decision-making in the middlegame,
• evaluating positions in different types of structures,
• overcoming concerns about material imbalance,
• using a computer sensibly in chess training.

Its strength lies in the way it treats positional play as a complete training subject. Rather than focusing only on what to do in a single position, it helps build a method of thinking that supports independent evaluation over the board.

Who it is for

This is a good choice for anyone who wants to work on positional understanding in a structured and in-depth way. It suits home study, coach training and self-study, and it also offers a substantial body of material for more experienced players. With its scope and length, it is a full course rather than a short introduction.

Edition information

• Language: German
• Binding: hardcover
• Page count: 1751

Key details

• Product type: chess book
• Authors: Konstantin Sakaev and Konstantin Landa
• Subject: positional play
• Language: German
• Binding: hardcover
• Page count: 1751 pages