Lakdawala: Tactical Training CT The main aim of the

The main aim of the book is to illuminate the fascinating beauty of the game of chess from as many angles as possible in order to certainly encourage the reader to further engage with the "Royal Game"

studying opening theory is extremely hard work

The Ponziani Opening enjoys a long history

the author scrutinized a huge number of chess positions

because the next lost position may come sooner than expected

Lakdawala: Tactical Training CT The main aim of theIt is hard to understate the importance of tactical ability to overall chess proficiency. Of course other elements such as a knowledge of opening play and an understanding of strategy are also important. However, it is undoubtedly the case that 99% of games are won or lost because one player either spots or overlooks a tactic. Consider your own games and just imagine how much stronger you would be if you never overlooked a tactical idea. The good news