DING LIREN'S BEST GAMES HC

Ding Liren's Best Games by Davorin Kuljasevic is an English-language hardcover chess book that follows Ding Liren’s rise from his early successes in China to the 2023 classical world championship.

What this book covers

On 30 April 2023 in Astana, Ding Liren defeated Ian Nepomniachtchi to become the 17th classical world champion. This book traces the path that led him there and the games that made him one of the most closely studied players in modern chess.

Kuljasevic presents Ding’s chess through the qualities that define it: precision, rational positional play and strong endgame technique, together with the ability to find inventive, unexpected solutions when the position demands it. The book also shows his calm under pressure, mental resilience and willingness to learn quickly from mistakes and adapt to the opponent.

Inside the book

This is more than a collection of impressive wins. Kuljasevic places the games in a wider career context, so you see both the highlights and the more difficult moments. That gives a fuller picture of a player who reached number one in the world rankings in blitz and rapid chess before also taking the classical crown.

The book also highlights Ding Liren’s remarkable consistency, including his 100-game unbeaten streak in classical chess. It is a useful study for anyone who wants to understand the practical decisions behind elite-level modern chess.

About the author

Davorin Kuljasevic is the author of Beyond Material: Ignore the Face Value of Your Pieces and How To Study Chess on Your Own. He brings that experience to this study of Ding Liren’s games and career.

Edition details

• Language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• Page count: 328

This book is a strong fit for chess players, coaches and readers who want to study the games of a modern world champion in their broader sporting context.

Key details

• Product type: hardcover chess book
• Title: Ding Liren's Best Games
• Author: Davorin Kuljasevic
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• Page count: 328
• Subject: Ding Liren’s games and career