Kasparov: My Great Predecessors 1 - Steinitz, Lasker, Capablanca & Alekhine (PB)

Autor: Kasparov, Garry
Verlag / Hersteller: Popular Chess
Erscheinungsjahr: 2026
Sprache: Englisch
Buchumschlag: paperback
Seiten: 576

The Evolution of Chess Through Four World Champions

My Great Predecessors 1 by Garry Kasparov examines the foundational era of modern chess through the lives and games of its first four World Champions: Wilhelm Steinitz, Emanuel Lasker, José Raúl Capablanca, and Alexander Alekhine.

This newly enhanced edition combines historical narrative with annotated games, offering both chess enthusiasts and serious players a window into the formative period that shaped competitive chess. Kasparov's analysis reveals the strategic innovations and playing styles that defined each champion's reign from 1886 to 1946.

The book won the ECF Book of the Year award in 2003, recognizing its depth of research and authoritative treatment of chess history.

Highlights

• Detailed profiles of Wilhelm Steinitz, Emanuel Lasker, Capablanca, and Alekhine with analysis of their championship reigns
• Annotated games showing the evolution of chess strategy and technique across five decades
• High-quality production with modern typography and enhanced visual presentation
• Comprehensive indexes of players and chess openings for easy reference
• Historical context connecting each champion's innovations to the development of modern chess theory

An essential reference for anyone seeking to understand how the game's greatest players transformed chess strategy and competition.

FAQ

Does this book cover the complete championship period of each player, or a selection of games?
The book covers the championship reigns of each of the four World Champions—Steinitz (1886–1894), Lasker (1894–1921), Capablanca (1921–1927), and Alekhine (1927–1935 and 1937–1946)—with annotated games that illustrate their playing styles and contributions to chess theory.

What is included in the indexes mentioned in the book?
The book contains two indexes: one listing all players who appear in the games and annotations, and another organizing the chess openings discussed throughout the text for quick reference.

Is this a reprint of an earlier edition, or completely new?
This is a re-released edition of Kasparov's original work, now with enhanced production quality, modern fonts, and upgraded visual design, but retaining the same authoritative content and analysis.