The Magic of Chess Tactics 2: Intuition, Imagination & Precision

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The Magic of Chess Tactics 2: Intuition, Imagination & Precision When released in 2002, the first volume of

The Magic of Chess Tactics by FIDE Master Claus Dieter Meyer and German Grandmaster Karsten Müller was

extremely popular. It was one of the first books to deal with tactics on high level.

Tactical Fireworks!

Like the first book, intended for advanced (Elo 1800+) players, this second volume puts special tactical

motifs and themes under the analytical microscope.

Complicated tactics – the kind that separate tournament winners from the pack – require intuition,

imagination and precision.

The Magic of Chess Tactics 2

Focus in this book is on attacking techniques and transformations.

The reader will find the analysis comprehensive and challenging. Dozens of exercises help reinforce the

reader’s understanding of this complex subject matter. So, roll up your sleeves and prepare to ride herd

on tactical fireworks and sharpen your tactical skills.

Intuition, Imagination & Precision

FIDE Master Claus Dieter Meyer has become well known in Germany as an analyst and chess

trainer. He has authored and translated many chess books. Though in retirement now, he still has a

passion for analyzing and training. He resides in Bremen, Germany.

About the Authors

Grandmaster Dr. Karsten Müller has been recognized as one of the world’s experts on the

endgame. He is the co-author with international master Frank Lamprecht of the highly

acclaimed Secrets of Pawn Endings (2000) and Fundamental Chess Endings (2001). Also quite popular

is his 2009 work, Bobby Fischer, The Career and Complete Games of the American World Chess

Champion. His passion for chess tactics can be seen in several books, including the four Chess

Puzzle books, The Magic of Chess Tactics, and the revised editions of The Art of Sacrifice in

Chess and The Tactician’s Handbook. He resides in Hamburg Germany.

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