Becoming an IM
Book • 2025
IM Cyrus Lakdawala: Becoming an IM is a candid and insightful account of Cyrus Lakdawala's journey to becoming an International Master in chess.
The book chronicles Lakdawala's personal experiences, struggles, and triumphs as he pursued his chess ambitions.
Readers will gain insights into his training methods, study habits, and the challenges he faced along the way.
He was at one point rated nearly 2,600 in the USCF rating.
Lakdawala offers practical advice and inspiration to aspiring chess players.
It is also helpful to those looking to improve their game.
This book will provide chess enthusiasts with a unique and engaging perspective on the world of competitive chess.
The book chronicles Lakdawala's personal experiences, struggles, and triumphs as he pursued his chess ambitions.
Readers will gain insights into his training methods, study habits, and the challenges he faced along the way.
He was at one point rated nearly 2,600 in the USCF rating.
Lakdawala offers practical advice and inspiration to aspiring chess players.
It is also helpful to those looking to improve their game.
This book will provide chess enthusiasts with a unique and engaging perspective on the world of competitive chess.
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Mentioned by Karsten Hansen as a fantastic read with a lot of good advice in it.
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