Genius in the Background - de Tibor Karolyi y Nick Aplin (tapa blanda)

Genius in the Background by Tibor Karolyi and Nick Aplin is an English-language paperback chess book that shines a light on twelve chess personalities whose work made a major impact without always getting the attention it deserved.

What this book covers

This is not another book built around the same famous names and the same well-worn games. Genius in the Background looks instead at the people behind the ideas: composers of studies and puzzles, trainers of leading grandmasters, analysts and other creative figures whose contribution to chess often stayed in the background.

The book ranges across openings, endgames, studies, puzzles and training, giving readers a broader view of how chess ideas are developed and passed on. It is a strong choice for anyone who enjoys chess history as well as the practical side of the game.

Why it stands out

Its main appeal is the focus on lesser-known figures rather than the usual headline champions. That makes it especially attractive if you already know the standard classics and want to discover more of the people and ideas that helped shape modern chess.

It also works well as a gift for a chess enthusiast who would appreciate something a little less conventional than a standard repertoire book or a collection of world championship games.

Authors and edition details

Tibor Karolyi and Nick Aplin are the authors of this Quality Chess title. The book is published in paperback format and contains 384 pages.

• Product type: chess book
• Title: Genius in the Background
• Authors: Tibor Karolyi and Nick Aplin
• Language: English
• Format: paperback
• Publisher: Quality Chess
• Page count: 384
• Publication date: 4 November 2009
• ISBN: 978-1906552374

Key details

• Product type: chess book
• Title: Genius in the Background
• Authors: Tibor Karolyi and Nick Aplin
• Language: English
• Format: paperback
• Subject: chess history, studies, puzzles, openings, endgames and training
• Focus: profiles of twelve chess personalities whose work often remained in the background
• ISBN: 978-1906552374