Ht Think Ahead in C -Op/76

by I.A. Horowitz and Fred Reinfeld

Book Overview

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0671211382
• ISBN13: 9780671211387
• Release Date: July 1971
• Publisher: Simon & Schuster
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 0.77 lbs.
• Dimensions: 21.6" x 14.0" x 14.0"

Customer Reviews

Great Help to the Beginner

This was the first book my older brother bought on chess when I was a kid and we both benefited from it. It gives a sure fire set of openings for a foundational repertoire. You have to take this book for what it is. If you are already a Class C USCF rated player then this book is not for you. But if you have not played tournaments or are rated D class or below their is some good meat here for you. A word about Horowitz and Reinfeld books. They are put down in the modern day because they are not geared for the aspiring master. Let's face it, most of us will not nor are we inclined to become chess masters. Enjoy!

Great Book on Chess. Methods work. Simplicity.

I barely obtained my copy of this book, and i must say that the methods do work quite well. I played against the machine on AOL and i scored a win, a draw, and lose. Just follow the instructions and look at the layouts and your Chess games will improve. Even if you lose in the end, the knowledge you learn is very valuable because with it now, you can go so far in your Chess attack. Never mind about the negative reviews that some posted on here. Instead, buy this book, study it and see a difference in your game. I know i did against the machine. Yes, i used the Stonewall defense for all the games that i played on AOL Pogo Chess(very beautiful Chess board along with very beautiful Chess pieces). **If you see people placing a vote against this review, please ignore it because the methods work in improving your Chess. Don't let this influence you in not purchasing it. This is Great knowledge at a low price! :-) I do hope that this is your Cup of Tea.

A must read for the mediocre chess player!!!!!

Most of us know how to open and then wait for something to develope, somtimes this goes well, other times not so well. After reading this book you will have a clear cut idea/strategy from the first move to the last!! I went from a mediocre player who usually finishes somewhere in the middle, in our chess tournaments at work, to the CHAMPION!! All from reading this book. Gives the reader a definite strategy whether he is playing white or black!! Makes the game interesting and more fun! This book is not for beginners but for those of us who have a grasp of the game but lack an overall system for consistent wins. A MUST READ!!! If you are looking for a chess book that is easy to read and understand, don't hesitate to purchase this work of art.

an excellent chess book for the non-beginner, non-expert

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.