Unlock the secrets of the closed game in chess with ‘Strategic Chess: Mastering the Closed Game’ by International Grandmaster Edmar Mednis. This essential guide, part of the Dover Chess series, delves deep into the strategic themes of openings leading to closed positions. Learn how to expertly apply opening knowledge through the middlegame and into the endgame, a key to tournament success. Mednis analyzes 30 instructive games featuring legendary players like Kasparov, Karpov, and Petrosian, revealing crucial strategic concepts often overlooked. Perfect for both aspiring masters and amateur players, this book offers invaluable insights, tactics, and techniques to elevate your strategic understanding and improve your overall chess performance. Become a more successful tournament player by mastering the intricacies of the closed game.