Winning a Won Game - Go Siegen's Lecture; Vol 2

Ref: 1-Y21

Experienced level - Games Analysis. Is there any secret recipe to keep the lead in a game? Actually, maintaining a lead is easy, if you can keep a cool head and make every play according to positional judgment. On the other hand, trying to claim a quick victory is not easy, even for pros. In pro games, one often encounters situations where a game is lost after building up a commanding lead, or a game is won by turning the tables. This book looks at these situations. (166 pages; 220 grams; 14 x 21.5 cms)

Price: £17.95

A Way of Play for the 21st Century

Ref: 1-ZBP1

Experienced level - Explanatory. Written by, some say, the greatest player of the 20th century, this book prescribes that each stone played should preserve balance, and harmonize the entire position on the board; each stone must be in harmony with all directions and exactly suited to the needs of the situation. (263 pages; 480 grams; 21.5 x 17.5 cms)

Price: £24.95

Beauty and the Beast - Exquisite Play and Go Theory

Ref: 1-Y17

Experienced level - Games analysis. This book illustrates that the incomprehensible flashes of brilliance that we sometimes call 'exquiste plays' are really firmly rooted in the application of Go theory. It treats the major facets of theory from two perspectives: historical and practical. Classical Chinese treatises on Go are referenced, and the development of concepts in modern play described in detail. (172 pages; 220 grams; 13.5 x 21 cms)

Price: £17.95

Come Up to Shodan

Ref: 1-SL16

Experienced level - Games Analysis. This book aims to provide 'weaker' players with an understanding of principles and tactics that enable significant increase in strength. It is done by systematic and thorough analysis of three games played in promotional tournaments for amateurs in Japan. (42 pages; 80 grams; 14 x 21.5 cms)

Price: £8.95

1971 Honinbo Tournament (The)

Ref: 1-K07

Experienced level - Games Analysis. This book consists of wholeboard professional game analysis from top-rated games and covering all aspects of the game of Go. This classic will be a welcome addition for those looking for in-depth game analysis. (210 pages; 280 grams; 15 x 21 cms)

Price: £13.50

Invincible: the Games of Shusaku

Ref: 1-K01

Experienced level - Games Analysis. This book follows one of the greatest Go players in the history of the game; some say 'the greatest Go genius that ever lived'. His games are considered the best model for aspiring professional players to study, especially his games with black. This book is a classic. ( 420 pages: 900 grams; 18 x 25.5 cms)

Price: £34.95

3-3 Point (The) - Modern Opening Strategy

Ref: 1-G44

Experienced level - Explanatory. In 3-3 point openings many questions arise about joseki relating to surrounding positions; i.e. joseki cannot be confined to just one corner or one side, the whole board must be considered. This analyses 3-3 point role in opening strategy with about a 100 examples. (214 pages; 240 grams; 15 x 21 cms). OUT OF PRINT - limited stock available.

Price: £8.95

Chinese Opening (The) - The Sure Win Strategy

Ref: 1-K33

Experienced level - Explanatory. A complete analysis of the Chinese Opening, also known as 'the sure-win strategy', which is one of the most popular Go openings. Mastering it is bound to improve your winning percentages. (145 pages, 180 grams; 15 x 21 cms)

Price: £13.50

Essential Joseki: Vol 1

Ref: 1-Y22

Experienced level - Explanatory. Designed for 'mid-level' players, but with material that will challenge amateur dan level players. For each variation, sage advice is provided on when to choose to play that line based on the wholeboard situation. Potential ladders, ko fights and seki are all explained in detail so you can appreciate under what conditions joseki can or cannot be played. (228 pages; 300 grams; 14 x 21.5 cms)

Price: £17.95

Lee Changhos Novel Plays and Shapes

Ref: 1-Y26

Experienced level - Explanatory. Regardless of the effort in analysing a novel play or shape, the outcome of applying it is often unsatisfactory due to unforeseen factors. Even if successful, it still takes concerted study and analysis to perfect the play. Novel plays introduced here were established by several pros after painstaking research and analysis. Studying this will help improve your reading, strategical and tactical skills. (230 pages; 295 grams; 14 x 21.5 cms)

Price: £17.95

Reducing Territorial Frameworks

Ref: 1-K29

Experienced level - Explanatory. An excellent book on the middle game. All about building and reducing larges frameworks of territory. The best and most systematic analysis of reducing techniques available. Not only a valuable reference guide but also a textbook in the techniques involved in reducing manoeuvres and in underlying strategic concepts.(202 pages; 190 grams; 12.5 x 18cms)

Price: £13.50

Strategic Fundamentals of Go

Ref: 1-Y24

Experienced level - Explantory. Covers the many conflicting situations that are frequently encountered when playing. The key issues of initiative, profit, safety, and life and death groups must be harmonised within one global, strategic framework. When separated from this global framework, these issues lose their meaning, and the games loses direction. This book helps you master these issues and become a stronger player.(167 pages; 220 grams; 14 x 21.5 cms) OUT OF PRINT - Limited stock available

Price: £17.95

Utilising Outward Influence

Ref: 1-Y07

Experienced level - Explanatory. This book provides a study of how to efficiently build and use outward influence and to help you reach shodan strength by reviewing the tactics and strategies used by dan players. Problems and examples are included which address how to create thickness and avoid thinness in building outward influence, how to use outward influence to create moyos, and how to use outward influence to create territory by attacking. (140 pages; 210 grams; 13.5 x 21 cms)

Price: £17.95

Art of Go; Vol 2 - Capturing Stones

Ref: 1-Y25

Experienced level - Problems. In Go there are various capturing techniques which require sacrificing stones. Most beginners fail to see these moves. Even advanced players might overlook them if they don't pay attention. Mastering the techniques in this book equips you with powerful weapons for both attack and defence. (193 pages; 240 grams; 13.5 x 21 cms)

Price: £17.95