It has always been recognized that chess is an art, and its best practitioners have been described as artists.
Alexander KotovI can remember a case where Capablanca worked out an impressive combination, but then chose to make a simple move in answer to which his opponent resigned at once!
Alexander KotovDrawing general conclusions about your main weaknesses can provide a great stimulus to further growth.
Alexander KotovMy achievements in the field of chess are the result of immense hard work in studying theory.
Alexander Kotov