Larry melvyn evans 1932 2002 (8 risultati)

Soft cover. Condizione: Near Fine. 2nd Edition. 250 pages with diagrams and bibliography. Octavo (8 1/4" x 5 1/4") bound in original publisher's pictorial wrappers. Second printing. Imagine spending an evening or two at the master's elbow and asking questions to your heart's delight! That is what this book enables you to do. Larry Evans, who was U. S. National Champion at nineteen, has brought his seasoned judgment to bear on knotty problems posed in the course of his long career. By means of a question-and-answer format, progressing from simple to complex, the average player is led step by step to a clearer understanding of the game. Condition: Light edge wear else near fine.…

Soft cover. Condizione: Very Good. 188+[4 ad] pages with diagrams. Octavo (8 1/4" x 5 1/4") bound in original publisher's pictorial wrappers. (Lusis: 220) First published in 1959. This book, by an acknowledged chess genius, assumes that the student knows absolutely nothing about chess and leads him to the point where he can conduct an intelligent game. It is a complete, practical, modern presentation of the "royal" game. The visual approach, using 183 diagrams, enables anyone to learn at a glance. Larry Evans is a Grandmaster, the highest title that can be awarded by the International Chess Federation. All his knowledge and experience have gone into the creation of this work which not only provides a clear exposition of basic principals but also countless tips for the novice as well as the more advanced player. The questions of what to do, what not to do, and why are answered fully in text and diagrams. Much space is devoted to particularly knotty problems and exercises. Although no book can turn anyone into an expert by magic, this volume makes it possible for the student even if he is completely unfamiliar with chess to become a proficient player if he has the will to learn. Condition: Corners bumped with some light edge wear else a very good copy.…

Soft cover. Condizione: Good. 128 pages with diagrams and index. Octavo (8" x 5") bound in original publisher's pictorial wrappers. Evans on chess is all about chess. It is arranged under six headings: basic instruction, problem realm, chess lore, the rise of Fischer, games and events, tactical quiz. The content originated as a series of syndicated articles appearing in newspapers thought out the country. Condition: Corners bumped, edge wear, soiled hinges rubbed, stains at heal and head else a good copy.…

Soft cover. Condizione: Very Good. 1st Edition. 152 pages with diagrams. Octavo (8 1/2" x 5 1/2") bound in original publisher's pictorial wrappers. First edition. In this book the authors provide the student with an "unbeatable" system for the White pieces after 1 e4, 35 2 Nf3. They justify the qualifications "unbeatable" in both theory Game is based on the long successful history of these closely related debuts. In each case, White can always have the "draw in hand" while waiting for Black to make that White the better of it. Condition: Edge wear else better than very good.…

Soft cover. Condizione: Very Good. 1st Edition. 39 pages with photograph and diagrams. Octavo (8 3/4" x 6") bound in original publisher's stapled wrappers. (Lusis: 517) First edition. Giuoco Piano 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bc4 Bc5 1The opening is also known as the Italian Game, although that name is also used to describe all games starting with 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bc4, regardless of Black's third move. The Giuoco Piano was popular through the 19th century, but modern refinements in defensive play have led most chess masters towards openings like the Ruy Lopez that offer White greater chances for long-term initiative. Condition: Light edge wear, lightly soiled else a very good copy.…

Soft cover. Condizione: Very Good. 1st Edition. 226 pages with diagrams, illustrations, pictures, photographs. Octavo (8 1/2" x 5 1/2") bound in original publisher's pictorial stapled wrappers. Volume four in the short lived series, issued quarterly. Betts: 7-192. First edition. The short lived American Chess Quarterly was started as a forum for readers' views as well as a workshop for theoretical ideas. It was hoped to be the first chess magazine in the United States dedicated to the interest of the professional chess player. Although occasional issues were geared to the novice. While recognizing that the popularity of chess rested on a broad base, it was hoped that this would not be incompatible with the welfare of the talented few who had given their time to the game. It was started by Larry Evans with some financial assistance from Ken Smith. Contributing editors were, including Larry Evans, Bobby Fisher, Edward Lasker and Joseph Peckover. Condition: Some age toning to spines. A very good set.…

Soft cover. Condizione: Very Good. 1st Edition. 255-619 pages with diagrams, illustrations, pictures, photographs. Octavo (8 1/2" x 5 1/2") bound in original publisher's pictorial wrappers. Volume two in the short lived series, issued quarterly. (Betts: 7-192) First edition. The short lived American Chess Quarterly was started as a forum for readers' views as well as a workshop for theoretical ideas. It was hoped to be the first chess magazine in the United States dedicated to the interest of the professional chess player. Although occasional issues were geared to the novice. While recognizing that the popularity of chess rested on a broad base, it was hoped that this would not be incompatible with the welfare of the talented few who had given their time to the game. It was started by Larry Evans with some financial assistance from Ken Smith. Contributing editors were, including Larry Evans, Bobby Fisher, Edward Lasker and Joseph Peckover. Condition: Some age toning to spines. Number 3 with closed tear to spine head else a very good set.…

Soft cover. Condizione: Very Good. 1st Edition. 354 pages with diagrams, illustrations, pictures, photographs. Octavo (8 1/2" x 5 1/2") bound in original publisher's pictorial stapled wrappers. Volume three in the short lived series, issued quarterly. (Betts: 7-192) First edition. The short lived American Chess Quarterly was started as a forum for readers' views as well as a workshop for theoretical ideas. It was hoped to be the first chess magazine in the United States dedicated to the interest of the professional chess player. Although occasional issues were geared to the novice. While recognizing that the popularity of chess rested on a broad base, it was hoped that this would not be incompatible with the welfare of the talented few who had given their time to the game. It was started by Larry Evans with some financial assistance from Ken Smith. Contributing editors were, including Larry Evans, Bobby Fisher, Edward Lasker and Joseph Peckover. Condition: Some age toning to spines. Number 2 with split spine else a very good set.…