Two rooks, a bishop, and the queen, all sacrificed. Anderssen's 1851 Immortal Game remains the most dazzling attacking display in chess history.
A 13-year-old sacrifices his queen against one of America's top players, and forces a winning attack. Fischer's "Game of the Century" remains the most famous single chess game ever played.
From Morphy's Opera Game to Kasparov's Immortal, the 25 most brilliant chess games ever played, each with its key combination explained.
The queen is the most powerful piece. Giving it away is the most dramatic decision. The greatest queen sacrifices in history, and the patterns that make them work.
Endgame mastery is chess at its purest. Ten legendary endgames that showcase the highest level of technique ever achieved.
From Steinitz to Gukesh, one defining masterpiece from each World Champion, explained at a level that will teach you something new.
More queen sacrifices, because one article wasn't enough. Modern brilliancies, rapid-game gems, and lesser-known masterpieces.
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