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GM Michael Adams provides a candid account of the internal doubts and thought processes he experienced during games he lost or drew—a rare perspective from a top-tier player.

Renowned coach GM Yakov Geller presents a lecture on the methods and training philosophies of the legendary Russian Chess School. October, 2017 Chess Informant

GM Emanuel Berg explores the latest theoretical updates in the Chigorin variation of the Ruy Lopez. GM Michael Adams provides a candid account of

GM Yakov Geller provides a lecture on subtleties of the Fianchetto Variation against the Taimanov. Traditional Content October, 2017 Chess Informant

The (Volume 133) is highlighted by rare, personal insights from elite players and deep theoretical dives into modern and classic openings. Key Articles and Features