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think like a grandmaster

Book • 1971
This landmark work by Soviet grandmaster Alexander Kotov revolutionized chess training by advocating for organized, machine-like calculation methods.

The book emphasizes disciplined analysis trees, avoiding common cognitive pitfalls, and developing structured thought processes.

While controversial for its rigid approach, it remains influential for its insights into grandmaster-level decision-making and error prevention.

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Mentioned by Neil Bellon as an example of a book that might be too advanced for certain players.
Ep. 19: Do Chess Puzzles Really Help?

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