Invisible Chess Moves

This Invisible Chess Moves is a chess book about the moments when even strong players miss the move that is right in front of them. It looks at those brief blind spots at the board and shows why decision-making in chess is shaped by psychology as well as calculation.

What the book covers

The author focuses on oversights that happen not because a move is too difficult, but because it seems too simple or too obvious to notice. That perspective offers a useful look at the psychological side of chess and helps explain why a position can look clear in analysis yet still lead to a missed continuation in practical play.

The book is divided into chapters and examines several kinds of “invisible” moves. It draws on many examples from top-level games, so the reader gets concrete positions from real play rather than theory alone.

Why read it?

Understanding when and why these oversights happen can help sharpen your own play. It is a practical read for players who want to recognise critical moments more quickly, train their attention and reduce mistakes caused by the way a position is perceived.

Invisible Chess Moves is a strong choice for club players, coaches and anyone interested in the practical side of thinking at the board. It offers a broader view of chess than calculation alone.

Key details

• Product type: chess book
• Title: Invisible Chess Moves
• Subject: missed continuations and blind spots in chess
• Approach: psychological side of decision-making at the board
• Structure: divided into chapters
• Examples: many examples from top-level chess games
• Use: chess study, coaching and club play preparation