The Psychology of Chess

The Psychology of Chess will provide a comprehensive introduction to the psychological aspects of one of the world's most played games. Drawing on an extensive body of literature, the book explores the cognitive functions involved in playing chess, discussing diverse topics such as perception and memory in chess thinking, pattern recognition, and skill acquisition. The book will also consider contemporary areas of research within the field, including brain training, artificial intuition, and the prevalence of psychiatric disorders in chess players.

Author: Fernand Gobet
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 10/08/2018
Pages: 126
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.57lbs
Size: 7.20h x 4.90w x 0.40d
ISBN: 9781138216655

About the Author

Fernand Gobet is Professor of Psychological Sciences at the University of Liverpool, UK. He is a chess International Master, and played numerous times for the Swiss national team.