Chess is a sport, a science, and an art. The fun of the game is that anyone can play, and there is always something more to learn - especially with the right guide. From the basics of the game to advanced strategy and tactics, and everything in between, these 24 lectures are any chess enthusiast’s opportunity to enhance your understanding of the game. After grounding you in the rules of chess, International Chess Master Jeremy Silman offers strategic insight into openings and endgames, shows you typical pitfalls to avoid, and examines an array of famous gambits, positions, defenses, mates, and more. Amateurs and professionals alike can unlock new secrets, discover fresh patterns, and sharpen their skills. Amateurs will learn where to begin, how all the pieces move, which pieces are more valuable than others, and the key “rookie mistakes” to avoid. Seasoned players will learn when the en passant rule applies, how to make more effective combinations, how pawn structure points toward the best next move, and the possibility of securing a checkmate with just a king and a pawn. Whether you’re a chess novice or a long-time player, these lectures will help you see the game in a whole new way. Striking examples from some of the most famous - and infamous - matches in history offer a wealth of strategic insight. You’ll also explore the game’s history and meet some noted and flamboyant players, from André Philidor to Bobby Fischer to Garry Kasparov. With his deep knowledge of chess history and the chess community, Mr. Silman also gives you an insider’s take on many of the more intriguing aspects of the game, including simultaneous exhibitions, blindfolded chess, computers, and chess engines. Discover the full romance and joy of the game, and learn to approach any chess match or strategic thinking challenge with confidence.
J**Y
EXcellent Chess Study...
I've been a chess fanatic since about the age of nine. While I've played in clubs and tournaments, and in countless informal games on-line and with friends; I've never quite gotten past a certain level of understanding. I've read innumerable books on openings, middle game and end games and have found few that have helped me to improve my game. For a high-end Generation Xer like me who grew up watching TV, it could just be that I learn better when the information is presented audio-visually.This is an EXCELLENT product. My 12 year old son (who has become a chess fanatic in his own rite) and I have been watching two to three lessons per weekend since this package has arrived. Jeremy Silman is an excellent teacher; the visuals (game analysis) are wonderful; the program not only focuses upon strategy and sound positional play, but also has included chess history that brings to life the great chess masters of the past such as Paul Morphy and Alexander Alekhine.I'm not even through the entire course, and I've noticed that my game has already improved, as the new insights I've gained have brought me to higher plateaus of understanding concepts which always seem to have eluded me.If you love chess, and like me, you're good for an amateur but also frustrated with a leveling out of your rank, you may gain some valuable insights from this program.
P**.
Deepen you chess game
Product was exactly as advertised, it arrived ahead of schedule, and I will be from this vendor again.
R**
that is how much they like it.
Only half way through, and we are all improving. My 13 and 15 year old sons have gotten ahead of me in the video lessons, that is how much they like it.
R**D
A great introduction to chess.
Very logical and easy to understand. Why climb a mountain when you can fly there? Why play chess when a chess engine can beat strong players? Because there is fulfillment in being able to do it yourself.
G**W
No Book
Like some others, I thought this came with the book. You can, get some good info without it, but as you move along, it gets more frustrating, as she refers to it regularly, and practicing what she's teaching in each lesson requires it.
S**N
Very Good!
This is a great course. I am an under 1500 player (uscf) and learned a great deal. I believe that anyone under 1800 would find lots of help in this series. The only problem (small one) is that if you buy the course through Amazon you do not get streaming rights. I contacted Great Courses and they agreed to give me a one-time exception, thus allowing me to stream the lessons.Overall I cannot imagine this course not helping your play unless you are pretty highly rated. The teaching is very well done and is a big step above most chess videos in terms of production.
K**Y
This is an excellent course for the moderate level club player who is ...
This is an excellent course for the moderate level club player who is serious about getting better. It is much the same material in Jeremy Silman's book "How to Reassess Your Chess," with lessons that summarize some of his other books, e.g. "The Amature's Mind" and "The Complete Endgame Course." Personally, I find the concepts easier to comprehend in the video format than in the book study--at least at this stage of my development. (By the way, many advancing chess players credit "How to Reassess..." as the key to their strong improvement.) I am experiencing similar improvement in my weekly chess club matches using this course.
D**J
Four Stars
Very informative, will help in developing a plan of attack or defense.
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