The book presents 100 analysed and explained endgames that show up most frequently in practice, are easy to learn and contain ideas and concepts useful in more difficult positions. Endgames are divided by material into 15 chapters. Accompanied by many diagrams and tests for readers, bibliography and index of players at the end. The previous editions, which were very successful and sold more than 25,000 copies, were all paperbacks. The book in this 6th improved edition is published in hardback for the first time. Grandmaster de la Villa was twice Spanish champion and is well-known as a trainer. Further information about the book and a sample are available at newinchess.com. Pictures 2-5 show contents of the book.