The attack is that process by means of which you remove obstructions.

The laws of chess do not permit a free choice: you have to move whether you like it or not.

Without error, there is no brilliancy.

Show me three variations in the leading handbook on the openings, and I will show you two of those three that are defective.

To refer to the oft mooted question, "Which piece is stronger, the Bishop or the Knight?" it is clear that the value of the Bishop undergoes greater changes than that of the Knight.

The fatal hour of this ancient game is approaching. In its modern form this game will soon die a drawing death - the inevitable victory of certainty and mechanization will leave its stamp on the fate of chess.

I keep on fighting as long as my opponent can make a mistake.