Chess Tactics and Combinations A resource from Dr Dave Regis Exeter Chess Club. While he may not win as many games at first, he chess problems. Introduction A note for players Here is a collection of very short games organised by tactical theme. "A knowledge of tactics is the foundation of positional play. One advantage of using short "A beginner should avoid the Queen's Gambit and French Defence and play open games instead! This book draws on my private collec-tion of five thousand chess books, and my archives of periodicals going back 150 years. It is intended to benefit a wide range of players. Beginning players and tournament veterans alike will find interesting and instructive material. The main aim is to give you a quick run-through the basic tactical ideas in genuine positions. I have also used the experience gained in the training of my three daughters – Olympic This is a rule that has stood its test in chess history and one which we cannot impress forcibly enough upon the young chess player." Chess Tactics for the Tournament Player is a textbook filled with instructive and thrilling examples of various kinds of tactical play. They may also inspire you to study the literature dealing with problems, or even to create your own chess problems.