The Stories and the Games: Alekhine / Euwe/ Botvinnik /Smyslov /Tal /Petrosian /Spassky /Fischer /Karpov /Kasparov
In this fascinating book, Jan Timman portrays ten World Chess Champions that played an important role in his life and career. Alexander Alekhine (1892-1946) he never met, but the story of how in Lisbon he bought one of the last chess sets belonging to the fourth World Champion is one of many highlights in this book.
Each portrait is completed by a rich selection of illustrative games, annotated in the author’s trademark lucid style. Always to the point, sharp and with crystal-clear explanations, Timman shows the highs and lows from the games of the champions, including the most memorable games he himself played against them.
About the Author
Jan Timman is a former world championship candidate who rose to the number two spot of the FIDE world rankings. He is the author of several highly acclaimed bestsellers, such as ‘Curacao 1962’, ‘On the Attack!’, ‘Power Chess with Pieces’ and ‘The Art of the Endgame’.
Reviews
British Chess Federation Book-of-the-Year Award Judges: “One of the chess world’s most perceptive writers.”
Harald Keilhack in Schach Magazine on ‘Power Chess with Pieces’: “Timman always makes sure that the reader fully understands why the game develops the way it does.”
IM John Watson in TWIC on ‘Curaçao 1962’:“Will be enjoyed by lovers of the game for years to come, and never grow old.”