byEric Schiller The author covers strategic and positional factors as seen in the complex interplay of the middlegame and endgame with 45 lessons. The art of strategic planning is not easily acquired from most teaching materials, yet it is one of the most important aspects of practical play. The author does an excellent job teaching you strategy skills. "I know you low rated players (Class C and under) are chomping at the bit to get this book, but first you must know your basics such as covered in E-146 Weapons of Chess-Pandolfini. This book is for Class B (Maybe some Class C) players and above. Even I learned and my FIDE rating is 2365"-Ken Smith. Index of Themes, Index of Openings, Index of Games. 135 pages, (A). Chess Digest.