How to Think Ahead in Chess: The Methods and Techniques of Planning Your Entire Game (Fireside Chess Library)

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Summary: an excellent chess book for the non-beginner, non-expert
Review: While I am sure that there are many instructions given in this back that some will take issue with, I think this is overall an excellent chess book. Written for the chess player familiar with basic tactics and openings, it gives advice on preparing and carrying out the middle game. I am not familiar with any onther book that does this so well. Move by move, the book explains the how one launches into the middle game, transitions to end game, how solid development breeds opportunities. If you are a player who can develop the pieces nicely, but then are baffled at what do next, this is a must read. I am certain it improved my chess. This book was recommended to me about a year ago, and I looked in about 20 used book stores till I found a copy.