--- product_id: 78579936 title: "Amateur's Mind: Turning Chess Misconceptions into Chess Mastery -- 2nd Edition" price: "€ 22.04" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/78579936-amateurs-mind-turning-chess-misconceptions-into-chess-mastery-2nd-edition store_origin: PT region: Portugal --- # 441 pages of deep chess insight Second edition with expanded strategic analysis Focus on correcting amateur chess misconceptions Amateur's Mind: Turning Chess Misconceptions into Chess Mastery -- 2nd Edition **Price:** € 22.04 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ♟️ Elevate your chess IQ — don’t just play, outthink your opponents! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Amateur's Mind: Turning Chess Misconceptions into Chess Mastery -- 2nd Edition - **How much does it cost?** € 22.04 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/78579936-amateurs-mind-turning-chess-misconceptions-into-chess-mastery-2nd-edition) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Trusted by Coaches:** Endorsed by professional trainers for effective beginner to intermediate coaching. - • **Expanded 2nd Edition:** More comprehensive content than the original, for deeper mastery. - • **Master Your Mental Game:** Unlock and correct common amateur thinking errors that hold you back. - • **Positional Chess Primer:** Ideal foundation before advancing to classic chess strategy texts. - • **Proven Student Insights:** Based on real-time analysis of student games for practical learning. ## Overview Amateur's Mind: Turning Chess Misconceptions into Chess Mastery (2nd Edition) by Jeremy Silman is a 441-page strategic guide that identifies and corrects common amateur chess thinking errors. Drawing from real student game analyses, this expanded edition offers a practical, proven approach to improving positional play, making it a favorite among coaches and serious learners aiming to boost their chess strength. ## Description This book takes the student on a journey through his own mind and returns him to the chess board with a wealth of new-found knowledge and the promise of a significant gain in strength. Most amateurs possess erroneous thinking processes that remain with them throughout their chess lives. These flaws in their mental armour result in stinging defeats and painful reversals. Books can be bought and studied, lessons can be taken -- but in the end, these elusive problems always prove to be extremely difficult to eradicate. Seeking a solution to this dilemma, the author wrote down the thoughts of his students while they played actual games, analysed them, and catalogued the most common misconceptions that arose. This second edition greatly expands on the information contained in the popular first edition. Review: Strategic - This book is amazing it teach lot of things Review: Excellent primer for positional chess. Coach from Chennai - This is a review from a professional chess coach from Chennai ( Arun - Rebel chess academy) I have a decode of experience in coaching beginner all the way upto 1500 fide. Silmans book bundle along which includes Amateur mind is a excellent way to teach beginners about the positional concepts. After this you can use books by Nimzowitsch or Johan hellesten series. ## Features - Author: Jeremy Silman - Pages: 441 Pages - Publication Years: 1999 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #20,304 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #143 in Games & Quizzes (Books) #1,073 in Reference (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 672 Reviews | ## Images ![Amateur's Mind: Turning Chess Misconceptions into Chess Mastery -- 2nd Edition - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61jIshuvsjL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Strategic *by H***D on 27 December 2025* This book is amazing it teach lot of things ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent primer for positional chess. Coach from Chennai *by A***N on 30 June 2025* This is a review from a professional chess coach from Chennai ( Arun - Rebel chess academy) I have a decode of experience in coaching beginner all the way upto 1500 fide. Silmans book bundle along which includes Amateur mind is a excellent way to teach beginners about the positional concepts. After this you can use books by Nimzowitsch or Johan hellesten series. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Super *by J***N on 1 April 2026* Good packing ## Frequently Bought Together - The Amateur's Mind: Turning Chess Misconceptions into Chess Mastery - How to Reassess Your Chess: Chess Mastery Through Chess Imbalances - Silman's Complete Endgame Course: From Beginner to Master --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pt/products/78579936-amateurs-mind-turning-chess-misconceptions-into-chess-mastery-2nd-edition](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/78579936-amateurs-mind-turning-chess-misconceptions-into-chess-mastery-2nd-edition) --- *Product available on Desertcart Portugal* *Store origin: PT* *Last updated: 2026-07-03*