Mis grandes predecesores. Volumen 2 (2.ª edición) - Garri Kaspárov

This My Great Predecessors. Volume 2 (2nd edition) - Garry Kasparov is a substantial chess book that examines world champions, their games and the ideas that shaped modern chess. In this second volume of his six-book series, Garry Kasparov turns to the careers and legacy of Max Euwe, Mikhail Botvinnik, Vasily Smyslov and Mikhail Tal.

What this volume covers

This is more than a collection of annotated games. Kasparov combines biographical profiles with game analysis and historical commentary, so each champion is presented both as a player and in the wider context of his career.

The games have been re-annotated using modern computer technology, giving readers a fresh look at classic encounters while preserving the historical material at the heart of the book.

Why volume 2 stands out

Kasparov presents his predecessors through their chess, but also through the way their careers developed over time. The result is a volume suited to readers who want to study games in depth and to anyone interested in chess history.

Dymitr Plisecki also took part in preparing the publication. A well-known chess historian and author associated with Szachmaty, he adds to the book’s documentary character.

Publication details

• Author: Garry Kasparov
• Series: My Great Predecessors
• Volume: 2
• Edition: 2nd edition
• Binding: paperback
• Page count: 544

This book is a natural fit for chess study, historical reading and game analysis, and it also belongs in any serious collection of chess literature.

Key details

• Product type: chess book
• Author: Garry Kasparov
• Series: My Great Predecessors
• Volume: 2
• Edition: 2nd edition
• Binding: paperback
• Page count: 544
• Covered players: Max Euwe, Mikhail Botvinnik, Vasily Smyslov and Mikhail Tal