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Book Review: Lessons in the Fundamentals of Go

Overall Rating: 5 / 5 Ponnuki

Basic Information

  • Title: Lessons in the Fundamentals of Go
  • Author: Toshiro Kageyama 7-dan
  • Translator: James Davies
  • Publisher: Kiseido
  • Publication Date: May 1978
  • Page Length: 272 pages

Synopsis

  • A hybrid of theoretical/conceptual explanations along with problems to illustrate the ideas.
  • While may seem advance, Kageyama’s personality really shines through and makes this such an interesting read (regardless of your level).
  • Appropriate for 20 kyu and stronger.
  • Recommended for all types of players.

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Book Review: Making Good Shape

Overall Rating: 5 / 5 Ponnuki

Basic Information

  • Title: Mastering the Basics, Volume 3 - Making Good Shape
  • Authors: Rob van Zeijst and Richard Bozulich
  • Publisher: Kiseido
  • Publication Date: December 2002
  • Page Length: 206 pages
  • Number of Problems: 245

Synopsis

  • Gives players fantastic exposure to new concepts and ideas regarding shape.
  • High quality content for a subject that has minimal literature compared to other concepts of go (e.g., life and death).
  • Any player who has a desire to get stronger and enter the realm of SDK’s should absolutely get this book.
  • A hybrid of theoretical/conceptual explanations along with problems to illustrate the ideas.
  • Appropriate for 15 kyu and stronger.
  • Recommended for serious players.

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