Ep. 60: Review of "The Complete Book of Chess Strategy," the Best All-In-One Reference Book for Improvers
This episode is a review of The Complete Book of Chess Strategy (Amazon) by IM Jeremy Silman. This is an excellent all-in-one reference book for improvers and club players, covering all phases of the game as well as practical matters (blunders, time pressure, chess psychology, etc.). Neal shares his thoughts on how the concepts in this book apply to the amateur tournament scene. Talking points include the following:
The "cat and mouse" technique
Opening principles and the correct way to develop your pieces
Understanding the imbalances of a position
Pawn structures
Middlegame basics
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