Alexei Shirov dazzled and inspired a generation of chess fans with his attacking play. The Grandmaster from Riga, Latvia, is one of the most aggressive and creative chess players in the history of chess, remaining among the world's elite for years. The quality of his incredible games, rich in extraordinary combinations and surprising moves, are discussed in this book with 58 games from the period between 1997 and 2005 of his career, commented by Shirov himself with precise criticism and observations, in which he also reveals his sharp sense of humor.
 It is an essential book in the library of all those who appreciate the game of chess as an art, written by one of the greatest players of all time.
 “Shirov is not only an impressive attacking player, but he is also a great finisher” – Peter Svidler, Russian Grandmaster, eight-time Russian Chess Champion