Volumes 3 and 4 of Garry Kasparov’s My Great Predecessors series explore the lives and games of two legendary world chess champions, Tigran Petrosian and Boris Spassky, through detailed analyses. Kasparov, one of the world’s greatest chess players, offers readers insights not only into the technical aspects but also into the unique strategies and mindsets of these two prominent figures in the chess world.Volume 3 focuses on Tigran Petrosian, known as a grandmaster of defensive play. Petrosian won the world championship title in 1963 by defeating Mikhail Botvinnik, becoming one of the most influential figures in chess history with his exceptional defensive strategies. Kasparov’s thorough analyses reveal how Petrosian built his games on patience, precision, and long-term planning.Volume 4 presents Boris Spassky, another major figure in chess. Spassky was renowned for his versatile and adaptive style, which enabled him to win the world championship in 1969. Perhaps his most famous moment was his 1972 match against Bobby Fischer, one of the most iconic events in chess history. Through Spassky’s games, Kasparov demonstrates how he was able to adapt to any situation and devise new strategies.These two volumes are perfect for chess enthusiasts eager to learn more about the lives and games of these two grandmasters. Kasparov’s detailed, thorough, and expert analyses provide readers with a deeper insight into chess history and the lasting legacies of these remarkable world champions.
