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For the first time, an English-speaking audience can ap-preciate the true nature of this famous, classic chess book as this brand-new translation recreates the authors origi-nal intention. Not to have read My System is regarded as a shocking gap in a chess players education, but English speakers had only poor translations that toned down or even deleted many passages because the translators feared Nimzowitschs famous biting wit would be controversial. Nimzowitschs ideas about how to play better chess have had a profound influence on modern chess thinking. It is commonly agreed that almost every chess master in the world has studied Nimzowitschs work. This is the first new English translation in decades. This is the first new English translation in decades and, unlike previous translations, does not censor or dilute the authors writing.
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have a chess library that contains several hundred dollars worth of books. And looking at them there are three that I have learned more from than all the rest: MY SYSTEM by Aron Nimzowitsch, IDEAS BEHIND THE CHESS OPENINGS by Reuben Fine, and COLLE SYSTEM by George Koltanowski.
To do justice to this book, and to understand what Nimzowitsch is saying in it, will require a commitment of both time and effort from the reader. Don't pick this book up and expect to polish it off in a weekend 'cause this book is to The Chess World what Chemistry 101 is to Science. An aspiring chess player won't get anywhere without Nimzowitsch's concepts of: overprotection, centralization, open lines, surrender of the center, pawn structure, attacking strategies, defense strategies. Many International Grandmasters admit to cutting their teeth on this book. Nimzowitsch's concepts on middlegame play are the bedrock upon which solid, effective chess skills are made. He instructs the reader on sound opening play and then moves into the middlegame and endgame phases in greater depth than does Fine (see above book). His approach to chess could be called scientific: his analysis of a position by its strong and weak points allows the reader to understand what to strive for and what to plan for when moving the pieces from one square to another. Moves are made for a reason; Nimzowitsch teaches those reasons. This book won't make you a World Champion, but you won't become one without it. This is a must-have book.
To do justice to this book, and to understand what Nimzowitsch is saying in it, will require a commitment of both time and effort from the reader. Don't pick this book up and expect to polish it off in a weekend 'cause this book is to The Chess World what Chemistry 101 is to Science. An aspiring chess player won't get anywhere without Nimzowitsch's concepts of: overprotection, centralization, open lines, surrender of the center, pawn structure, attacking strategies, defense strategies. Many International Grandmasters admit to cutting their teeth on this book. Nimzowitsch's concepts on middlegame play are the bedrock upon which solid, effective chess skills are made. He instructs the reader on sound opening play and then moves into the middlegame and endgame phases in greater depth than does Fine (see above book). His approach to chess could be called scientific: his analysis of a position by its strong and weak points allows the reader to understand what to strive for and what to plan for when moving the pieces from one square to another. Moves are made for a reason; Nimzowitsch teaches those reasons. This book won't make you a World Champion, but you won't become one without it. This is a must-have book.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
There are a number of books on chess theory that are nothing more than "My System" condensed or rewritten. The principles Nimzovich laid down are as true today as they were 70 years ago. The book is also very entertaining; Nimzovich was known for his sharp (and often cruel!) sarcasm. It is welcome news that the book has finally been updated from descriptive notation to algebraic notation, which had been its only drawback. "My system" belongs in every chessplayer's library.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is a good old fashioned in-depth book about the fundamentals of chess. This book, originally published in 1929 is divided into chapters concerning some highly important chess concepts. For instance, in Part I the Center and Development is covered followed by a chapter on Open Files and then some techniques concerning the 7th and 8th ranks (important is 7th rank absolute!)
Part II talks about Positional Play, Doubled Pawns and the Two Bishops. There then follows 50 Illustrative Games most of which involve Nimzowitsch himself although not all. The games are written in the old notation which may be unfamiliar to some, but this should by no means deter the reader. Although the book can be read cover to cover this is not recommended and could take some time. I personally feel that it is better to dip into the chapters that cover a subject you are weak in ...
It is worth remembering that although a lot of chess concepts are taken for granted today by chess players all over the world - Nimzowitsch was actually the first to write many of them down!
His ideas replaced the old school of chess thinking and gave birth to the Hyper-modern school. This is a great study book for all levels!
Part II talks about Positional Play, Doubled Pawns and the Two Bishops. There then follows 50 Illustrative Games most of which involve Nimzowitsch himself although not all. The games are written in the old notation which may be unfamiliar to some, but this should by no means deter the reader. Although the book can be read cover to cover this is not recommended and could take some time. I personally feel that it is better to dip into the chapters that cover a subject you are weak in ...
It is worth remembering that although a lot of chess concepts are taken for granted today by chess players all over the world - Nimzowitsch was actually the first to write many of them down!
His ideas replaced the old school of chess thinking and gave birth to the Hyper-modern school. This is a great study book for all levels!
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Every Chess Player should have this.
This is the one book on Chess that every player should buy and read. There are hundreds of books on the game, some good, some not so good. Read more
Published 26 days ago by Mrs J V Bettis
Why?
Imagine my disappointment when I received this book, only to discover that it had been updated to the incomprehensible algebraic notation! I AM NOT A COMPUTER
Published 5 months ago by J. E. Holmes
A little chess gem
This book is a clear and concise exposition of some of the key principles of strategy that one should follow if you want to develop as a chess player. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Dr G
The Most Essential Chess Book Ever
First, be warned!! Beginners should not read this book. My System is aimed at players who already have an understanding of how the game is played, and who play regular chess at... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Fischer Wannabe
Good allrounder.
A chess book I like everything about. The size, readability and enticement ( or is that readability ) were just about right.
Published 13 months ago by robert gregson
Worst book I have
I own about a dozen chess books. Maybe 2 or 3 were good or very good. This is easily the worst book I have. Read more
Published 15 months ago by 5 star lies
Funny chess
Very well written book. It is a pleasure to go on readind it (which is not the case for most chess books).
Very clear, even for a beginner. Read more
Very clear, even for a beginner. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Joao
There are better translations
I would just point out that John Watson, in a 'The Week In Chess' review (number 83, 19 Oct 2007), really slammed this translation. Read more
Published 19 months ago by lsur
A Brilliant Book to Help You Improve
I loved reading this book.
My grading went up a lot after reading My System.
I learned how to use my bishops better and understood about pins at a much deeper... Read more
My grading went up a lot after reading My System.
I learned how to use my bishops better and understood about pins at a much deeper... Read more
Published 20 months ago by J. D. J. Taylor
Excellent Book
Well worth a read, recommend having a chess board handy to go through all the moves..
Published 23 months ago by Mr. C. H. Sharpe
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