{"title":"Staff Picks Books","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese elite book titles are the most recommended by our staff here at chessset.com. These tried and true chess book titles are sure to help you on your way to chess greatness. 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The author expounds both the basic principles and the most complex forms of attack on the king. A study of this masterpiece will add power and brilliance to any chess enthusiast's play. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box !important; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; margin-top: 0px; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin-bottom: 0px; color: rgb(103, 114, 121); font-family: 'DIN Next', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;\"\u003ePaperback, 352 pages, Everyman Chess, 1998\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chess Gorilla Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47855988703472,"sku":null,"price":28.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0751\/6084\/6576\/files\/ArtofAttack.avif?v=1753556212"},{"product_id":"books-magnusmethod","title":"The Magnus Method by Emmanuel Neiman","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Magnus Method by Emmanuel Neiman\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Singular Skills of the World’s Strongest Chess Player Uncovered and Explained\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is it that makes Magnus Carlsen the strongest chess player in the world? Why do his opponents, the best players around, fail to see his moves coming? Moves that, when you replay his games, look natural and self-evident?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmmanuel Neiman has been studying Carlsen’s games and style of play for many years. He now presents his findings that will surprise, delight and educate every player, regardless of their level. Examining Carlsen’s abilities together with Emmanuel Neiman is a delightful way to get to understand chess better and unlock you own potential. Learn all about the key elements that make Magnus Carlsen the strongest and most popular chess player in the world, explained by French chess master and successful chess author Emmanuel Neiman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurprising and accessible lessons for all chess players, both in chess technique and in psychology. 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By explaining the thought processes that go into a master's choice of move, the author presents a system of thought that makes advanced strategies seem clear, logical and at times even obvious. How the Reassess Your Chess offers invaluable knowledge and insight that cannot be found in any other book.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chess Gorilla Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47876281958640,"sku":"1890085138","price":30.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0751\/6084\/6576\/files\/9781890085131.jpg?v=1754150200"},{"product_id":"chess-books-dvoretsky-endgame-fast-track","title":"Dvoretsky's Endgame Manual: FastTrack Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe FastTrack to Endgame Expertise!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince it first appeared in 2003, Dvoretsky’s Endgame Manual has been acclaimed as the best single volume ever written on the endgame. 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José Raúl Capablanca (1888–1942) had no need for isolated artistic theory or compositions — he composed and created chess art as he played. 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