Karolyi: Mikhail Tal Best Games 1972 - 1992 (gebunden)

Autor: Karolyi, Tibor
Verlag / Hersteller: Quality Chess
Erscheinungsjahr: 2017
Sprache: Englisch
Buchumschlag: hardcover
Seiten: 544

Mikhail Tal's Final Years: Games and Legacy from Chess's Greatest Entertainer

The Invincible by Tibor Karolyi concludes the definitive three-volume study of Mikhail Tal's chess career, covering 1972 to 1992. This book traces Tal's later years through annotated games, biographical detail, and firsthand accounts from contemporaries.

Even a decade past his world championship reign, Tal remained a force. This volume documents record-breaking unbeaten streaks, tournament victories including Montreal 1979, and the 1988 World Blitz Championship title—all while maintaining the creative attacking style that defined his legacy.

Ideal for players seeking to understand both Tal's enduring influence on chess and the human story behind one of history's most beloved champions.

Highlights

• Complete games and analysis from Tal's final two decades, showcasing mature strategic thinking paired with relentless attacking inspiration
• In-depth biographical narrative enriched by anecdotes and memories from famous players who faced and knew Tal
• Coverage of landmark achievements: two record-breaking unbeaten streaks and multiple tournament victories in the 1970s and 1980s
• The concluding volume of the authoritative three-book series on Tal's complete game collection
• Written by International Master Tibor Karolyi, Guardian Book of the Year winner and renowned chess author

A comprehensive portrait of chess's most entertaining world champion in his final years.

FAQ

Is this book the final volume in the Mikhail Tal series?
Yes, The Invincible is the third and final volume of Tibor Karolyi's landmark series on Tal's best games. It completes the comprehensive coverage of his entire career.

What time period does this volume cover?
The book covers the last two decades of Tal's life and games, from 1972 until his death in 1992, focusing on his mature years and continued competitive achievements.

What notable achievements are highlighted in this period?
The volume documents two record-breaking unbeaten streaks in the early 1970s, victory in the Montreal 1979 Tournament of Champions, and winning the World Blitz Championship in 1988, demonstrating Tal's enduring strength despite being removed from his world title reign.