{"product_id":"dynamic-decision-making-in-chess-gelfand","title":"Dynamic Decision Making in Chess | Gelfand","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Dynamic Decision Making in Chess\"\u003c\/strong\u003e is a profound exploration of the decision-making processes at the highest levels of chess, authored by former World Championship Challenger Boris Gelfand, with contributions from Jacob Aagaard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book delves into Gelfand's own games, providing insights into both his successes and mistakes, allowing readers to understand the complexities of dynamic play. Through deeply annotated examples and honest reflections, readers gain a rare look into the thinking of an elite grandmaster during critical moments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book includes analysis of 45 annotated games that illustrate key concepts such as tactical mistakes, compensation, and the importance of timing in dynamic positions. Structured into eight informative chapters, it explores various aspects of dynamic chess while featuring famous games from notable players such as Petrosian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its blend of personal anecdotes and deep analysis, \"Dynamic Decision Making in Chess\" is a must-read for anyone looking to elevate their game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended for advanced players and serious enthusiasts seeking to improve tactical decision-making\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn which positions require bold, active, and sometimes risky decisions to maintain the initiative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGelfand provides candid insights into his thinking during critical moments of dynamic games\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes deeply analysed games and positions from Gelfand’s illustrious career\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeaches when to trust intuition and when to rely on precise calculation in dynamic settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can watch Boris Gelfand’s accompanying lecture on YouTube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReader’s Reviews\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Gelfand is very good – and very honest – at explaining which decisions he could calculate and which decisions he needed to take on the basis of judgment, and how he did that… It adds up to the type of book I love… I think this book has masses to teach any strength of player.” \u003cstrong\u003eGM Matthew Sadler\u003c\/strong\u003e, New in Chess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The most useful decision-making chess guide I have ever read.” \u003cstrong\u003eGM David Smerdon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“A revelation.”\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGM Lubomir Kavalek\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Gelfand has given us a superlative book… This might well be the book of the year, and serious students of modern chess practice should not miss out on its lessons.”\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohn Hartmann\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003eChess Life\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Authors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJacob Aagaard is the only chess writer to have won all the major awards for chess writing. He is Scotland's third-highest rated player as of July 2021, with an Elo rating of 2477 and a peak rating of 2542. He placed second in the Scottish Chess Championship in 2004 and first in 2005, although the title went to Craig Pritchett due to citizenship rules. In 2012, he won the championship outright. Aagaard is also a renowned chess author and co-owner of Quality Chess, a leading chess publishing house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoris Gelfand is a six-time World Championship candidate (1991, 1994–95, 2002, 2007, 2011, 2013). He won the Chess World Cup 2009 and the 2011 Candidates Tournament, earning the right to challenge for the World Chess Championship 2012. Although his match against defending champion Viswanathan Anand finished level at 6–6, Gelfand lost the rapid play tiebreak by 2½–1½.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOther Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat: Hardback \u0026amp; Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePages: 288\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 6.74 x 0.5 x 9.42 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eISBN-13: 978-1784830120\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"House of Chess","offers":[{"title":"paperback","offer_id":49929384198296,"sku":"gqv1789625224055","price":29.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"hardcover","offer_id":49929384231064,"sku":"shp1789625224056","price":34.26,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0769\/9519\/9128\/files\/dynamic-decision-making-in-chess-gelfand_1.jpg?v=1789625227","url":"https:\/\/rivercurve.shop\/products\/dynamic-decision-making-in-chess-gelfand","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}