Do you instinctively know what to do in every type of chess position or
are you often uncertain about how to proceed? Wouldn't it be really
useful to know the best chess strategies and to recognise when they
should be used? IIn this book Sam Collins examines key games from both
the classical and modern eras. He analyses the major strategic ideas
that have stood the test of time and notes their considerable influence
on his own games. Studying classic examples from great players allows us
to create a personal library of standard ideas. This helps us recognize
key positions, making it easier to determine the most effective ways to
attack and defend. Crucially, it helps us find the right path much more
quickly than we would by relying on calculation alone.