There are many differing opinions among the top players in the world of
chess, but there is one thing upon which World Champions, Grandmasters,
and other experts all agree: the art of chess calculation is the
absolute key to the success of a player. Master this discipline and
chess players can surely expect their results to improve dramatically.
And yet there have been very few serious attempts in the past by chess
authors to delve into this delicate topic, perhaps not surprisingly
given its complexity and difficulty. In Excelling at Chess Calculation,
Jacob Aagaard tackles the subject matter head on, unravelling the many
secrets behind chess calculation and arming readers with the necessary
tools to be able to calculate effectively at the chessboard. Aagaard
pays particular attention to the searching practical questions like
"when should players calculate?", "how can players discover candidate
moves?", and "how long should players spend on critical moves?". A
thorough study of this book will enable them to calculate with
confidence in future games. Highlights include: *A crucial guide to the
skill of chess calculation *Ideal for both club and tournament players
*Written by a renowned chess coach and author