The Polgar Way to Better Chess
Learn Chess the Right Way is a five-volume puzzle series by world champion and coach Susan Polgar, created for beginners and intermediate players. Each volume includes over 500 puzzles that teach key tactics like checkmates, winning material, and defense.
Volume 3 focuses on essential defensive skills. Each chapter starts with simple examples, followed by puzzles to practice:
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Chapter 1: Move an attacked piece to safety
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Chapter 2: Respond correctly to a check
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Chapter 3: Protect a piece under attack
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Chapter 4: Defend against checkmate threats
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Chapter 5: Use counter-attacks as defense
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Chapters 6–7: Save the game with stalemate or perpetual check
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Chapter 8: Stop a pawn from promoting
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Chapter 9: Avoid getting a piece trapped
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Chapter 10: Practice a mix of defensive tactics
With 40+ years of experience, Susan Polgar’s clear, step-by-step method helps players build strong foundations and grow into better, more confident chess players.