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Pump Up Your Rating by Axel Smith is an English-language paperback chess book for players who want a more structured way to improve their strength and rating. It focuses on practical training methods rather than general advice, with coverage that runs from openings through middlegames and endgames, alongside the mental side of play.

What this book covers

Axel Smith shows that improvement does not have to be random. He organises the main areas of chess development so that work on games, opening preparation, endgame technique and decision-making at the board becomes more purposeful and easier to apply.

The book also connects technical study with psychology. That makes it useful not only for understanding positions more clearly, but also for building training habits that support better results in competition. It is a strong choice for ambitious club players, tournament players and coaches looking for practical material to work with.

About the author

Axel Smith is a Swedish International Master and an experienced trainer. His approach is presented here as a practical method built around real training work, not just theory.

Publication details

• Author: Axel Smith
• Language: English
• Format: Paperback
• Page count: 376
• Publication date: 27 September 2013
• ISBN: 978-1-907982-73-6

Key details

• Product type: paperback chess book
• Title: Pump Up Your Rating
• Author: Axel Smith
• Subject: chess training and improvement
• Approach: practical guidance on training, decision-making and mental preparation
• Format: softcover binding
• Page count: 376
• ISBN: 978-1-907982-73-6