From the cover: Material imbalances are a fundamental part of almost every chess game, yet have not received much attention in chess literature. In this illuminating book, GM Mauricio Flores Rios breaks down this universal topic into categories such as bishop vs knight, opposite-coloured bishops, possessing and playing against the bishop pair, and various scenarios with a queen or rook being traded for a number of pieces. With well-chosen examples, insightful commentary and exercises to test your newfound understanding of all types of material imbalance, this book is an essential tool for chess improvement. Mauricio Flores Rios is a Chilean Grandmaster and coach living in the USA. His previous book, Chess Structures, has achieved considerable success, and in 2024 was published in its 7th printing. Further information about the book is available at qualitychess.co.uk. 2 pictures.