SHOPWORN - My Best Games of Chess

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Discover a timeless masterpiece in chess literature with "My Best Games of Chess, 1908-1937" by Alexander Alekhine, now available in a definitive 21st-century edition from The House of Staunton. This volume collects the legendary fourth world champion's finest games into a single, beautifully presented book, transforming the classic original into a modern essential for any serious player's library. We have meticulously updated this edition with clear algebraic notation, making Alekhine's brilliant strategies more accessible than ever before. Enhance your study with over three dozen archival photographs, comprehensive crosstables, and Alekhine's complete tournament record, providing rich historical context to his iconic career. A special foreword by Russian Grandmaster Igor Zaitsev offers unique insight into Alekhine's enduring legacy. Furthermore, we include an invaluable analytical supplement, available for free download from our website at houseofstaunton.com. This computer-assisted analysis allows you to compare Alekhine's original notes with modern engine evaluations, deepening your understanding of positional and tactical mastery. Whether you are revisiting an old favorite or exploring Alekhine's genius for the first time, you will be captivated by how his dynamic and aggressive style remains profoundly relevant to contemporary play. This book is more than a collection of games; it is a masterclass in attacking chess from one of history's greatest minds. Elevate your game and own a piece of chess history with this essential volume from The House of Staunton, your premier destination for distinguished chess sets and scholarly works.