The third volume in the My Great Predecessors series centers on one of the most prominent figures in the chess world, Tigran Petrosian. World Champion Garry Kasparov not only presents the history of chess to readers but also provides detailed analyses of Petrosian’s unparalleled playing style and strategy. The Armenian chess player was a master of defensive play, renowned for his exceptional strategic intuition and defensive mechanisms. In this book, Kasparov demonstrates how Petrosian built his games and how he claimed the world championship title in 1963 by defeating Mikhail Botvinnik.This volume is a valuable read not only for chess lovers but also for those who wish to understand the logic behind Petrosian’s approach to the game. Kasparov’s thorough analyses and explanations offer deeper insights into chess strategy and reveal Petrosian’s unique, cautious, yet highly effective playing style.The book is an ideal choice for those who want to gain a deeper understanding of the mindset of the world’s greatest chess players and for those interested in classic chess games. This volume helps readers improve their own game and learn from the grandmaster of defensive strategy, who left an enduring mark on chess history with his remarkable style.
