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Hi,
I am wondering what books you recommend for endgames? I prefer the books to more beginner oriented so thery are easy to understand and to learn from.

Edward Kwan

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Hi Edward,

Here are two chess endgame books which I recommend for you:

http://www.amazon.ca/Chess-Endings-Essential-Yuri-Averbakh/dp/1857440226/ref=sr_...

http://www.amazon.ca/Silmans-Complete-Endgame-Course-Jeremy/dp/1890085103/ref=sr...

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Len Molden  

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Len Molden

Expertise

Questions about specific chess openings and advice about which opening repertoire is suited to a particular style. For example, the Sicilian Defense is suited to aggressive players, while the Caro Kann Defense appeals to defensive players.

Experience

I've been studying chess since I was 12. Apart from a vast library of specialized chess opening books, I also have a huge database collection of games.

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University, College

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I've been playing in chess tournaments in the United States and Canada since 1972. I've won many tournaments in both countries and I'm ranked as a Canadian Expert. I've also written articles for chess magazines and one of my best victories ever is featured here:

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My chessmastery.com site helps chess players from around the world with free advice.

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