The book deals with chess strategy and is intended for intermediate and stronger players. First part is on opening and the second part on middlegame. From back cover: The Complete Manual of Positional Chess, probably the most thorough grounding in the history of teaching chess, was recently created for chess teachers at the DYSS, the special sports school for young talents in Russia. Konstantin Sakaev and Konstantin Landa present a complete set of instructions and tips for trainers and self-improvers. You will learn not only how to enhance your fundamental knowledge and technical skills, but also how to work on your physical and psychological conditioning. The book was also published in Russian, with title Utchebnik shakhmatnoi strategii, Tom 1. Further information about the book and a sample are available at newinchess.com