Collection of Go

Author: Han Yalan et al. Han Yalan
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Publish Date: 2003-07-01
Features: The selected problems in the book are all practical games played by top players from various countries in important tournaments. The materials are extremely rich, including masterpieces of deep strategic thinking by grandmasters, as well as winning moves by rising stars. There are both superior moves based on the overall situation and unexpected brilliant segments. Their common characteristics are strong practicality and universal significance, with exquisite techniques and valuable guidance. The author has collected and selected 120 "brilliant moves" from important international and domestic tournaments by top players from around the world, as well as 10 "brilliant moves and life-and-death situations" from ancient go manuals, and compiled this book. A "brilliant move" refers to the best play in a given position on the go board. Its effect can either establish an advantage at once or reverse the situation, turning disadvantage into advantage. Learning and gradually mastering the use of "brilliant moves" is an effective shortcut for go enthusiasts to improve their skills. The book is rich in content, concise and clear in explanation, with easy-to-understand language. The practical game examples are strong and have universal guiding significance, making it an indispensable read for go enthusiasts, as well as a valuable reference for professional players.