Under the Surface, 2.ª edición, de Jan Markos (tapa blanda)

This Under the Surface, 2nd Edition by Jan Markos is an English-language paperback chess book that shows how strong players really think at the board. Instead of focusing on move-by-move analysis, it explores strategy, ideas, images and metaphors that help deepen your understanding of the game.

The first edition won ECF Book of the Year, and this second edition has been expanded with four new chapters and revisions throughout. It also introduces fresh concepts such as The Hannibal Manoeuvre, alongside memorable ideas like Magnetic Skin and Karpov’s Billiard Balls.

What this book is about

Jan Markos looks beneath the obvious moves to explain how an experienced grandmaster reads a position. Rather than dry definitions, he uses vivid comparisons and clear concepts that make subtle strategic ideas easier to understand and apply in practice.

This is a strong choice for players who want to understand chess more deeply, not just memorise variations. It suits ambitious club players, coaches and tournament players, as well as more advanced enthusiasts looking for a book with a clear emphasis on strategy and thought process.

About the author and edition

Jan Markos is the author of this revised second edition. The book is presented in English, in paperback format, and runs to 352 pages.

Key details

• Product type: chess book
• Title: Under the Surface, 2nd Edition
• Author: Jan Markos
• Language: English
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Format: paperback
• Number of pages: 352
• Content focus: chess strategy, ideas, images and metaphors