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Chess Master's Strategy is one of those books that earns its place on a shelf — and beside a board. Written by IM Witalis Sapis, it offers a clear, structured approach to strategic thinking: not as abstract theory, but as practical material organized around four core ideas — weakening the opponent's position, improving one's own, prophylaxis, and exchange.
What makes this book stand out is its language. Difficult strategic concepts are explained simply and directly, with examples drawn from the author's own games. The exercises follow naturally from the theory — and the games are always played to the end, so the reader learns not just how to gain an advantage, but how to convert it.
Players who already understand tactics and are ready to start thinking strategically. You don't need to be strong to benefit from it — you need to be curious about why positions work the way they do.
RECOMMENDED LEVEL — approx. 1500 to 2100 Elo
Players below and above this range will also find valuable material. Coaches and instructors use it regularly in training.
"This is the book I had long been looking for — accessible, well-structured, with carefully chosen examples and games played to the end."
— GM Bartłomiej Macieja, European Champion, two-time Polish Champion, Olympian
"I recommend it without hesitation."
— GM Łukasz Cyborowski
"I use this book regularly in my coaching work with talented young players."
— IM Michał Luch, chess trainer
The author has made a free sample chapter available — a good way to get a feel for the writing style and level before deciding.
→ Chess Master's Strategy — free sample chapter by IM Witalis Sapis (PDF)
Every copy of this book can be personally signed and dedicated by the author, IM Witalis Sapis, upon request. Simply enter your dedication text in the field above before adding to cart. A signed copy makes this book a genuinely memorable chess gift — or something personal for your own collection.
Author: IM Witalis Sapis
Publisher: Wydawnictwo Sawit, 2020
Format: Hardcover, B5 (176 × 250 mm)
Pages: 192
ISBN: 978-83-95442-36-0
Shipping: Registered mail
Also available in Polish (Mistrzowska Strategia, 2019, 188 pp., ISBN 978-83-95442-37-7) and German (Meisterstrategie im Schach, 2021, 198 pp., ISBN 978-83-95442-31-5).
Standard orders are dispatched within 3-5 business days from the date of payment.
Orders with a personal dedication (signed by the author, IM Witalis Sapis) require an additional 3–7 business days to fulfil — the book is sent to the author for signing before being shipped to you.
You will receive a shipping confirmation with a tracking number as soon as your order leaves us.
Books are shipped worldwide via registered mail with tracking.
Estimated delivery times (from dispatch):
Shipping costs are calculated at checkout based on your location.
Customs & duties: For orders within the EU, no customs fees apply. For orders outside the EU, local import duties or taxes may be charged upon delivery — these are the buyer's responsibility. We mark all shipments accurately and do not falsify customs declarations.
We want every book to reach you in perfect condition. If your copy arrives damaged or with a printing defect, please contact us within 14 days of delivery — we will arrange a replacement or refund without hassle.
Please note: Books with a personal dedication (signed and inscribed by the author) are non-returnable, as they are personalised items prepared specifically for you.
For standard (unsigned) copies, returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery, provided the book is unused and in its original condition. Return shipping costs are the buyer's responsibility.
