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The Hidden Laws of Chess Volume 2
248 pages, paperback, New in Chess, 1. edition 2025
We all love the dynamics of chess. Spectacular sacrifices, combinations and attacks on the king never fail to enchant us. But how do we improve our understanding of dynamics? How can we recognize the ‘dynamic energy’ in a position? When can we turn 2+2 into 5, as the legendary tactician Mikhail Tal could? The answers can be found in the Hidden Laws of Chess.
In the first volume of this series, International Master Nick Maatman explored the deeper patterns behind pawn structures. In this second volume, he explains the dynamics of chess by discussing themes such as material imbalance, calculation, and quality versus quantity. He also introduces concepts such as field of vision, the impact of error and the price of a move. These original and well-thought-out ideas are illustrated by a wealth of games from top players past and present, as well as from Maatman's own experience.
Maatman is an experienced chess coach and a graduate in business and philosophy. His books are a rich blend of science, philosophy and practicality. The Hidden Laws of Chess Volume 2: Mastering Dynamics contains plenty of useful advice, instructive chess and carefully selected exercises.
Nick Maatman (1995) is an International Master, an experienced chess coach, and a training partner of former Tata Steel winner GM Jorden van Foreest. Maatman became Dutch U20 champion in 2013 and is very active in tournaments, where he has beaten many grandmasters. He is also an acclaimed chess commentator and columnist.
In the first volume of this series, International Master Nick Maatman explored the deeper patterns behind pawn structures. In this second volume, he explains the dynamics of chess by discussing themes such as material imbalance, calculation, and quality versus quantity. He also introduces concepts such as field of vision, the impact of error and the price of a move. These original and well-thought-out ideas are illustrated by a wealth of games from top players past and present, as well as from Maatman's own experience.
Maatman is an experienced chess coach and a graduate in business and philosophy. His books are a rich blend of science, philosophy and practicality. The Hidden Laws of Chess Volume 2: Mastering Dynamics contains plenty of useful advice, instructive chess and carefully selected exercises.
Nick Maatman (1995) is an International Master, an experienced chess coach, and a training partner of former Tata Steel winner GM Jorden van Foreest. Maatman became Dutch U20 champion in 2013 and is very active in tournaments, where he has beaten many grandmasters. He is also an acclaimed chess commentator and columnist.
| EAN | 9789083483320 |
|---|---|
| Weight | 470 g |
| Manufacturer | New in Chess |
| Width | 17 cm |
| Height | 23.5 cm |
| Medium | Book |
| Year of Publication | 2025 |
| Author | Nick Maatman |
| Language | English |
| Edition | 1 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-90-834833-2-0 |
| Pages | 248 |
| Binding | paperback |
| Name | New in Chess B.V. |
|---|---|
| Adresse | Rochdalestraat 4 a Alkmaar 1814 TH Niederlande |
| Internet | www.newinchess.com |
| nic@newinchess.com |
006 Explanation of symbols
007 Introduction
015 Part I Thinking
016 Chapter 1) Calculation
065 Chapter 2) Judgment
095 Part II Sacrifices
096 Chapter 3) Preview exercises
097 Pseudo-sacrifices
131 Chapter 4) Preview exercises
132 Real sacrifices
177 Part III Dynamic pawn play
178 Chapter 5) Preview exercises
179 g2-g4
205 Chapter 6) Preview exercises
206 h2-h4
231 Chapter 7) Quiz
235 Solutions
246 Index of names
248 Bibliography
007 Introduction
015 Part I Thinking
016 Chapter 1) Calculation
065 Chapter 2) Judgment
095 Part II Sacrifices
096 Chapter 3) Preview exercises
097 Pseudo-sacrifices
131 Chapter 4) Preview exercises
132 Real sacrifices
177 Part III Dynamic pawn play
178 Chapter 5) Preview exercises
179 g2-g4
205 Chapter 6) Preview exercises
206 h2-h4
231 Chapter 7) Quiz
235 Solutions
246 Index of names
248 Bibliography
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