Bobby Fischer Teaches Chess

I. Introduction

The only American-born chess player to ever win the World Championship, Bobby Fischer is considered one of the greatest players of all time. Three times during his chess career, he achieved shut-out winning streaks against top grandmasters: his 11-0 victory at the 1963-64 U.S. Championship and his two 6-0 victories in his Candidates Matches against Bent Larson and Mark Taimanov.

For any other player, even one shut-out is considered virtually unachievable.

With this book, Fischer invites readers to improve their chess game by practicing the same approaches he’s employed. He does so using “programmed instruction,” a method in which the material is presented in small doses, giving readers frequent opportunities to test their understanding before moving on. In essence, it’s quick bites of information, test, and answer. What’s more, readers are able to compare their answers and playing tactics with Fischer’s. This interactive learning style helps readers better retain information by giving them the chance to apply and practice concepts as they learn them.

II. Fischer’s Unique Approach to Learning

III. The Art of the Checkmate

IV. Key Defenses — and the Associated Offenses

V. Coordinate Your Chess Pieces for Maximum Impact

VI. The Importance of Precision

VII. Look for Patterns in Every Variation