Reprint of Clarke's classic biography, first published in 1964, which includes 60 of Petrosian's best games, played up to 1963, together with biographical material and an introduction which captures the essence of Petrosian's style. Includes indexes of openings and opponents. In English descriptive notation (P-Q4, N-KB3 etc.) pub. 2002 (orig 1964), softback, 222 pages.
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The Latvian Vladimirs Petrovs achieved some excellent results in the mid to late 1930s, tying with Reshevsky and flohr at Keneri 1937, ahead of Alekhine and Keres. He also maintained an unbeaten record on top board for Latvia in the 1939 Olympiad against players such as Capablanca and Alekhine. However, when the Russians invaded Latvia during World War II he expressed anti-Russian sentiments and was arrested. He died in a Soviet labour camp in 1943. After his death he was written out of history by the Soviets and information on his achievements became very difficult to access. The author comes from a well known Latvian chess playing family and much of the material here is taken from his father's files. The book includes a brief biography of Petrovs, chronicling his chess career, together with 165 of his games, some with notes. There are also tournament crosstables, photographs and an index of openings. Pub. 2004, softback, 194 pages.
This is a facsimile reprint of Walker's 1835 publication and contains 74 games of which 46 feature Philidor himself. The games have light annotations, often providing background information on the players. The appendix examines two possible odds games which were popular at that time. In Olde Englishe notation. Pub. 2001, hardback, 126 pages.
This new book on Pillsbury has been published to coincide with the 100th anniversary of his death. Pillsbury became famous by winning the 1895 Hastings tournament ahead of Chigorin, Lasker, Tarrasch, Steinitz and many other strong masters. His direct, attacking style won him many admirers as did his impressive blindfold and simultaneous exhibitions. Although he never had a chance to play a match for the World championship, Pillsbury remained amongst the world's top players almost until his untimely death at the age of 33. In this book GM Alexander Cherniaev presents 50 of Pillsbury's best games, with annotations. He also includes a short biography and tournament cross tables detailing Pillsbury's career record. Alexander Cherniaev is a Russian Grandmaster now based in London.pub. 2006, softback, 131 pages.
Edward Pindar was a lesser known but strong player, active in the mid 19th century. He resided in Britain but was born in Russia, grew up in what is now Estonia and returned there in later life. This book presents facts, hitherto unknown to the chess world, that solve many of the mysteries of Edward Pindar's life. Included are new insights into his win against Morphy and the matches with Blackburne, but the key discovery is the event of 1877 that dramatically ended his twin careers of language teacher and professional chess player. Includes 36 games by Pindar. Pub. 2005, softback, 93 pages.
Jim Plaskett is renowned for his imaginative, attacking play and here, through 46 of his own best games, he illustrates some of the most potent devices available to the attacker for getting at the opponents king. The seven chapters are themed according to attacking method e.g. Rook's Pawn Tin Openers, The King in the Centre, IQP Attacks, Pawn Rollers, Attacking the Castled King, From a Clear Blue Sky and Fantasia. Whether you want to learn about attacking technique or just enjoy some fabulous games of chess this book will be a pleasure to play through. The author is a Grandmaster and was British Champion in 1990. Pub. 2004, softback, 144 pages.
Susan Polgar provides an insider's view of the lives of the Polgar sisters, herself, Sofia and Judit, each with her own goals and aspirations. She takes readers through the incredible development of the three sisters as they pursued their dreams: becoming chess prodigies, growing into contenders, winning World titles and Olympiad gold medals, ending the Soviet dominance in women's chess, breaking through the gender and age barriers, and revolutionizing the game. Each sister has one chapter of the book devoted to her with career biography, ten annotated games and a best combinations section. Readers will also be privy to the thoughts and feelings the sisters experienced during major triumphs and disappointments, as Susan shares their most joyous moments and biggest heartbreaks. Another important issue covered is the strict but ultimately successful training techniques used by the Polgar sisters in their chess evolution. Susan Polgar is four times Women's World Chess Champion and now runs the Susan Polgar Foundation promoting chess throughout the U.S.A. Pub. 2005, hardback, 320 pages.
This fascinating autobiography of the eldest of the famous Polgar sisters describes how Zsuzsa fought against sexism, racism and communism to finally achieve her dream of becoming Women's World Champion. Zsuzsa provides many insights into her childhood and the politics of the chess world. Also includes many photos (some colour) and 49 games annotated by Zsuzsa. Her co-author is husband Jacob Schutzman.pub. 1997, softback, 352 pages.
A collection of 145 games and 4 problems by Pollock together with a brief biography and some other articles. William Pollock was best known for appearing in the Hastings 1895 tournament where he beat Steinitz and Tarrasch amongst others but he also played in many strong tournaments in the 1880s. He was born in England, became a surgeon in Ireland and moved to the USA before returning to die in England at the age of 37. In Englsih Descriptive notation. Pub. 2001, hardback, descriptive, 158 pages.
Biography and 89 annotated games of the Polish master who competed with the world’s best players in the 1920s but lacked the desire to become a Grandmaster (i.e. professional). Przepiorka was killed in a mass execution, outside Warsaw, in 1940.pub. 1999, stapled, 59 pages.
When C J Purdy won the world’s first Correspondence Chess Championship in 1953 he had played only 46 competitive CC games in his life! These games gave him two Australian CC Championship titles and now the world title. He never played correspondence chess again! All Purdy’s CC games are annotated here, many by the man himself. Although Purdy was a strong player (I.M.) he was best known for the quality of his writings and annotations which are some of the most instructive in chess. It is said that Tarrasch taught chess to Europe whilst Purdy did the same for Australia. In this book you will find both hard fought correspondence chess games and extensive, enlightening annotations. pub. 1998, softback, 176 pages.
A new edition of this chess classic (originally entitled "CJS Purdy - His Life, Games and Writings) which has sold tens of thousands of copies since it first appeared. Purdy was the first World Correspondence Chess Champion and four times Australian Champion. His writings were voluminous, appearing mainly in the Australian Chess review, and established him as one of the world's leading chess journalists and teachers. His output, which covered all aspects of chess strategy, occupies the main part of this book. It covers practical issues such as How to Avoid Errors as well as more concrete issues such as isolated d-pawns. The book also contains a biography written by Purdy's widow Anne and 29 of Purdy's games annotated by the man himself. A wealth of chess wisdom and entertainment! Pub. 2006, softback, 390 pages.
