100 Endgames You Must Know: Vital Lessons for Every Chess Player by Jesus de la Villa

100 Endgames You Must Know: Vital Lessons for Every Chess Player by Jesus de la Villa

"The 100 Endgames You Must Know Workbook" (published in 2019 by New In Chess) is the practical training companion to Spanish Grandmaster Jesús de la Villa's legendary instructional masterpiece.

While the original textbook successfully debunked the myth that endgame theory is dry and impossibly complex, de la Villa noticed a recurring pattern among his students: they would memorize the theoretical setups but completely crash during the psychological stress and fatigue of a real tournament game.

This workbook bridges that gap. Packed with nearly 350 curated exercise positions, it forces you to convert theoretical knowledge into a sharp, reflexive over-the-board skill.

Why This Workbook Stands Out

The "More Pieces on the Board" Approach

A major highlight of this workbook is that many puzzles feature extra pieces beyond the stark, minimalist theoretical diagrams. This trains a vital, under-discussed skill: simplification. You learn exactly when and how to trade off remaining material to force a clear transition into an endgame you already know how to win by heart.

Humorous, Practical Guidance

True to his training background, de la Villa writes with an approachable, witty tone. He leans heavily on a quote inspired by Eleanor Roosevelt to anchor the workbook's philosophy: "Learn from the mistakes of others. You can't live long enough to make them all yourself."

Language: English.

Genre: Chess Book.

Binding: সেলাই করা বাইন্ডিং

Quality: Premium Quality Books.

Printing: High Quality Printing.

Paper: Eye Friendly paper (Cream White)

Cover: Matt cover (Paperback).