The Polgar Way to Better Chess
Learn Chess the Right Way is a five-volume puzzle series by world champion Susan Polgar, created for beginner to intermediate players. Each book has 500+ puzzles that teach key tactics like checkmates, material gains, and defense.
Book 5 helps players learn how to find the best moves in critical game moments.
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Part 1 introduces advanced ideas like zugzwang, intermediate moves, and pawn play.
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Part 2 offers practice puzzles using tactics from earlier volumes—but without hints, just like in real games.
Your goal: find a way to win material or checkmate, often by thinking 2–4 moves ahead.
With over 40 years of experience, Susan Polgar’s method makes learning chess clear, effective, and rewarding.