That which Steinitz gave to the theoretical aspect of the game when he was at his best is very remote to all out home-bred chess philosophers, but with his views on Morphy, whom he tries to discredit completely, it is of course impossible to agree.

The infallible criterion by which to distinguish the true from the would-be strategist is the degree of originality of his conceptions. It makes little difference whether this originality is carried to excess, as was the case with Steinitz and Nimzowitsch.

Playing for complications is an extreme measure that a player should adopt only when he cannot find a clear and logical plan.

Psychology is the most important factor in chess.

Play on both sides of the board is my favourite strategy.

I believe that true beauty of chess is more than enough to satisfy all possible demands.

During a chess tournament a master must envisage himself as a cross between an ascetic monk and a beast of prey.