Description: Condition: all copies have clean crisp pages. Mikhail Tal's splendid account of his world championship match victory is one of the masterpieces of the golden age of annotation - before insights and feelings and flashes of genius were reduced to mere moves and Informant symbols. This is simply the best book written about a world championship match by a contestant. That shouldn't be a surprise because Tal was the finest writer to become world champion. - International Grandmaster Andy Soltis Tal-Botvinnik 1960: Match for the World Chess Championship by Mikhail Tal is a classic work in chess literature that chronicles the legendary World Chess Championship match between Mikhail Tal and Mikhail Botvinnik. Written by Tal himself, the book offers a detailed and engaging account of the games, strategies, and psychological battles that defined their historic encounter. Known for his imaginative and attacking style, Tal provides deep annotations of each game, revealing his thought process and creative approach to chess. The book is a blend of technical analysis, personal insights, and humor, making it a favorite among players of all levels. It is both a tribute to Tal's brilliance and a valuable resource for chess enthusiasts.
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Era: 1960s
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Publisher: Russell Enterprises, Incorporated
Edition: 4
Book Title: Tal-Botvinnik, 1960 : Match for the World Championship
Topic: Chess
Publication Year: 1996
Number of Pages: 224 Pages
Language: English
Features: Revised
Genre: Games & Activities
Author: Mikhaïl Tal
Format: Trade Paperback