Rewire Your Chess Brain - by Cyrus Lakdawala (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>In this book the author assembles the problems and studies that are most effective to improve tactical ability. A player who works their way through this book will undoubtedly see improvements in their own play.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>Rewire Your Chess Brain is not your average chess book. It does not deal with opening theory or middlegame strategy. It focuses purely on problems and studies, all of which are the results of artificial construction rather than scenes from real-life battles. In a chess study, White has to play and win (or draw). In a chess puzzle, White has to force mate in a stipulated number of moves. The starting positions in both forms rarely resemble anything found over the board in real life play. However, the solutions are invariably surprising and often quite beautiful. The best examples of both forms have often been compared to great works of art. However, these are not mere gallery pieces, lacking practical application in real life play. Solving these puzzles can be extremely challenging and will, without question, improve the "real world" tactical ability of anyone attempting to do so. Prolific chess author and coach Cyrus Lakdawala has been intrigued by studies and problems all his life. When training his students he often sets them studies and problems to solve. Many of them who have adopted this technique have seen extraordinary increases in their chess ratings. In this book Lakdawala assembles the problems and studies that are most effective to improve tactical ability. Work your way through this book and you will undoubtedly see the results in your own games.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>At first, it might seem obscure to look at positions that might not crop up during your typical games but in the long run it does work... Lakdawala has a comfortable role in selecting lots of positions many of which are well known but suitable for a new audience. He certainly comes across as being passionate about the subject and makes a great effort to emphasize the point that problem solving can increase your ability. An enjoyable way to raise your rating.--Garry Lane "Chess Move (English Chess Federation) "<br><br>"... he takes you on a 500-page tour of beautiful studies and fiendish problems. ... soon I was hooked, and much of the credit likes in the way Lakdawala sets up the subject. Lakdwala is an excellent host to keep you motivated as the difficulty of the problems increases graudually throughout the book, with some touches of humour and an engaging chatty manner. A thoroughly enjoyable book! Recommended! 4 stars!"--Matthew Sadler "New in Chess "<br><br>Rewire Your Chess Brain is not just about endgame studies. Approximately two hundred pages are devoted to problems (mates in two, three and four moves). While famous American endgame study composers are relatively few in number that isn't the case with chess problems. Two of the giants in the field, Sam Loyd and William Shinkman, were both from the United States and figure prominently in this book. Problems, due to their seemingly artificial nature, are a bit harder sell for tournament players, but Lakdawala makes a good case for why are useful. Those looking for a new tool for their chess training will find Rewire Your Chess Brain a user-friendly entry to the fields of endgame studies and problems.--John Donaldson, International master, International Master John Donaldson<br><br>... the diligent reader who works their way through this new release from Everyman should improve not only their calculation but their creativity.--CHESS Magazine<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Cyrus Lakdawala is an International Master, a former National Open and American Open Champion, and a six-time State Champion. He has been teaching chess for over 30 years, and coaches some of the top junior players in the U.S.
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