Karpov's Strategic Wins 1: The Making of a Champion

See my review of volume 2 for more detailed comments.This two volume survey is one of the finest descriptions of a great player I have ever come across- it is instructive, entertaining and thought-provoking. The selection of games is superb, the commentary detailed and witty, the description of the heat of battle memorable. The quality of the printing and binding is also excellent.This two volume survey deserves a prominent place on any chess player's bookshelf.

Amazing book. This is the best chess writer in the world. Amazing depth of analysis and statistical information.