Fundamental chess – Logical decision making

In his first published book, Ramesh instructs the reader on how to use logical reasoning to guide decision making. Through a combination of thoughtful prose and instructive examples of principled chess play, the reader will develop an intuitive sense for finding the correct path in any position. Ramesh’s deep coaching experience of young players shines through in his insightful and practical writing.

Book contents:

The book is 286 pages. Below are it’s contents:

Part One: Logical reasoning

• Chapter 1: Assessment of the position
• Chapter 2: The problem of choices
• Chapter 3: Choosing between active and passive defence
• Chapter 4: Exchanging pieces

Part two: Practical chess play

• Chapter 5: Initiative
• Chapter 6: Converting an advantage
• Chapter 7: Maintaining Tension
• Chapter 8: Improving the position of pieces
• Chapter 9: Playing on colours
• Chapter 10: Prophylactic thinking/ The Drawback principle

Part three: Fundamentals of chess training

• Chapter 11: Studying the opening
• Chapter 12: Tournament Preparation
• Chapter 13: Essential Endgame Principles
• Chapter 14: The importance of results and ratings
• Chapter 15: Self analysis and self control
• Chapter 16: Learning and unlearning
• Chapter 17: Using computers