!!! Very Very Rare First Edition of of Kotov the Book "Chess legacy of Alekhin" in 2 volumes. NOS!(New old stock). This book not been used before! Year of release in USSR of 1953-1958 years. 

Unique Collectible Instance! Great gift collector of vintage, antiques things, chess player,  friend and just a loved one! Nice and rare item for your collection!

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Antique Soviet Chess Books in 2 vols Kotov - Chess legacy of Alekhin: Measurements: 5,51" х 8,07" х 0,98-1,38" (14 x 20.5 x 2,5-3,5 cm). 1060 pages in 2 books.

A detailed study of the work of the fourth world champion.

*The 1st volume of the monograph is dedicated to the life and work of the great Russian chess player A. Alekhin. Based on a large amount of factual material, the author talks about his sports and life path, gives an analysis of his work, his contribution to the theory of openings, considers combinations and tactical attacks, various methods of attacking the king. The book includes about 200 commented games.

*Volume 2 is dedicated to the strategic art of the first Russian world champion, his contribution to the theory and practice of chess endings. The book contains over 170 commented games and endings. The second volume of the book "Alekhine's Chess Legacy" is dedicated to the strategic art of the first Russian world champion, his contribution to the theory and practice of chess endings. *The final chapter talks about the common creative views of Alekhine and Soviet chess players. Unlike the first volume, which included the biography of the great Russian chess player, samples of his tactical skills, the second volume is devoted to the strategic art of the world champion.

* Serious attention in the second volume is given to issues of protection. 

*The book also deals with the problems of maneuvering struggle and maneuvering, playing in simple positions. A significant place is given to Alekhine's endgame technique, a technique adorned with small combinations that combines precision of maneuvers with a wide flight of fancy.

Note: In the photo, the glare of light! Condition: Corresponds to age and grade. This book not been used before! Books 1 and 2 volume have different color. Nevertheless there are “traces” of time: scuffs. This book fascinates with its History and Vintage. Look carefully at the photo as these form part of the description!

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