Silman's endgame study book
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Yes, recommend hugely.
No, don’t just jump into the chapter of your rating. Start at the beginning. You are 1700 so the first chapters go fast.
No, don’t just jump into the chapter of your rating. Start at the beginning. You are 1700 so the first chapters go fast.
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Start at the beginning. If the material in the beginning is easy, you can get through it very quickly. When you reach a point where the endings become more challencing, then study one ending a day. And don't move forward until you are sure that you understood the ending and all it's subtleties. Silman says in the introduction chapters that you can study the level that is one step above your own level as well. And I think there is no harm going even further, but focus on mastering the material suitable for your level. It's also better to use a real board when studying.
I advise against skipping ahead to the chapter that matches your rating directly. It's best to commence from the beginning. Given your skill level of 1700, you should find the initial chapters to be relatively quick and straightforward.
I have both books but I highly recommend "Bruce Pandolfini's Endgame Course" also.
It goes through all the most important basic endgame positions that you must know to get to 1800 probably.
As for the Silman book, I would skip nothing, just go in order, everything builds on the chapter before.
Silman also puts tests at the end of each section. If you glance through a section and think you know everything, try the tests! Great book by the way.
Rest In Peace Silman! 😓
I just got that book yesterday and I highly recommend it. I aced the first two chapters in just short time. Now I find myself re reading the pages trying to absorb the lessons.
It is a huge book, but it is divided into very digestible chunks by rating level. I think it’s an excellent book!
First of all this is for beginners. So this means if you are starting at the beginning and have chess board to walk through the algebraic notation you can learn it. An advanced reading technique called SQP2RS (Google it) you can use to see what part of the book you should be at and also to maximize your study sessions should be used.
Everything that you learn in the SILMAN'S book you will use for the rest of your chess life . . .
Unlike Openings you must learn new ones or versions . . .
I buy my used chess books on TRIFTHY BOOKS on line . . .
Study up to your current rating then the rating level above your rating. I suggest getting endgame puzzle books to complement your studies.
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AtaChess68 wrote:
Yes, recommend hugely.
No, don’t just jump into the chapter of your rating. Start at the beginning. You are 1700 so the first chapters go fast.
No, don’t just jump into the chapter of your rating. Start at the beginning. You are 1700 so the first chapters go fast.
Fully agree! I have this book, it’s been a huge help.
I recommend that you do not jump immediately to the chapter that fits your rating. It's best to start from the beginning. Given your skill level of 1700, you should the first few chapters to be rather quick and uncomplicated.
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I've been struggling with endgames and the Silman book was recommended to me, but it's a huge book and I am wondering if anyone could recommend the best approach to using it. Would you just jump into the chapter of your rating level or start at the beginning or is there a way to really figure out the best way to begin?