«El asalto de Carlsen al trono», de Vassilios Kotronias y Sotiris Logothetis (tapa dura)

This Carlsen's Assault on the Throne is a hardcover English-language chess book that follows Magnus Carlsen’s road to the 2013 World Championship title, combining tournament background with detailed high-level analysis.

What the book covers

The authors trace Carlsen’s dramatic journey from the Candidates Tournament in London, where he was one of eight challengers, through to his final victory in Chennai. This is more than a collection of games: it captures the tension of each stage of the title race, including the difficult moments and near-disastrous final rounds of the Candidates.

By bringing together historical and sporting context with concrete chess analysis, the book works both as a record of an important moment in chess history and as a study aid for ambitious players who want to understand the World Championship match and the decisions made over the board.

About the authors

Vassilios Kotronias and Sotiris Logothetis are the authors of this volume. Kotronias is a grandmaster, a nine-time Greek champion, and an important member of the Greek national team as both player and trainer. Logothetis is a computer expert as well as a respected arbiter and organiser. Together, they bring tournament experience, analytical insight and a broader view of the events they describe.

This is a strong choice for chess book collectors, Magnus Carlsen fans and readers looking for a World Championship book with substance rather than a simple summary of events.

Key details

• Product type: hardcover chess book
• Title: Carlsen's Assault on the Throne
• Authors: Vassilios Kotronias and Sotiris Logothetis
• Subject: Magnus Carlsen’s path to the 2013 World Championship title
• Language: English
• Binding: hardcover
• Pages: 304
• ISBN: 978-1-906552-22-0