The Complete Chess Swindler by David Smerdon

Discover the art of swindling in chess with David Smerdon’s award-winning book, Winner of the English Chess Federation 2020 Book of the Year Award! Chess can be a cruel game, but with the right skills, you can turn the tables and even steal the win. In this guide, Smerdon teaches you how to use psychology tricks to provoke errors and exploit your opponent’s biases, even in seemingly lost positions. With plenty of examples and exercises, you’ll learn about the four best friends of every chess swindler and clever motifs like the Trojan Horse and the decoy trap.