Grandmaster Chess Strategy: What Amateurs Can L... May 2026

: The book is organized into chapters covering vital strategic concepts such as the principle of two weaknesses , prophylaxis, the positional exchange sacrifice, and play against an isolated pawn.

: Unlike many GM-level books, it prioritizes clear verbal explanations over dense, computer-generated variations, making it ideal for the "average player".

The book uses 80 games from Swedish Grandmaster —renowned for his "crystal-clear" and "pure" positional style—to teach amateurs how to convert small advantages into wins. Key Educational Features Grandmaster Chess Strategy: What Amateurs Can L...

is a highly regarded instructional book by Jurgen Kaufeld and Guido Kern , published by New in Chess in 2011.

: It is primarily recommended for intermediate players rated between approximately 1400 and 2000 Elo who want to improve their middlegame and endgame technique. What Amateurs Can Learn : The book is organized into chapters covering

: Readers are prompted with "What do you play next?" at critical turning points in the games to develop their strategic vision.

: The text emphasizes finding the correct long-term plan rather than relying solely on tactical blunders. Key Educational Features is a highly regarded instructional

The book is available through various retailers, including Amazon and Simon & Schuster .