Mikhail Tal's Best Games 3 - The Invincible by Tibor Karolyi (miękka okładka)

This Mikhail Tal's Best Games 3 - The Invincible by Tibor Karolyi is the final volume in a respected English-language series on one of chess history’s most exciting world champions. It follows Mikhail Tal through the later years of his career, combining game analysis with biographical research to show how his play evolved without losing its attacking spirit.

What this book covers

This third and final volume focuses on 1972-1992, a period long after Tal’s reign as world champion but still full of notable results. It includes his two record unbeaten streaks, his win at the Montreal 1979 Tournament of Champions, and his 1988 blitz world title.

The book presents a more mature Tal, but one who still produced the sharp ideas, sacrifices and imaginative games that made him famous. It is both a study of his chess and a portrait of a player who continued to surprise opponents and inspire readers late into his career.

Why this volume stands out

Tibor Karolyi combines detailed chess analysis with biographical research, making the book useful both for readers who study master games and for those who want a fuller picture of Tal himself. It also includes memories and anecdotes from well-known chess players who share their own views of Tal, The Invincible.

This volume will suit chess collectors, coaches, club players and anyone who enjoys books on great masters that go beyond the moves on the board.

Author and edition

Tibor Karolyi is an International Master and the 1984 Hungarian champion, known both as an author and a trainer. His writing has also been recognised with the Guardian Book of the Year award in 2007.

• Product type: chess book
• Series position: third and final volume
• Subject: Mikhail Tal
• Coverage period: 1972-1992
• Language: English
• Author: Tibor Karolyi
• Binding: paperback
• Page count: 544 pages
• Publication date: 27 September 2017
• ISBN: 978-1-907982-81-1