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Courtesy of Phil Waldron, who writes:

The Guanzi Pu (Japanese: Kanzufu) is a collection of almost 1500 problems dating back to the seventeenth century. It was first compiled by Guo Bailing and published in 1660, followed by a later edition from Tao Shiyu in 1689. In addition to the usual life-and-death positions, this collection also includes problems where the object is to attack living groups in the most profitable manner.

They are, nevertheless, worth studying and will repay the efforts of a diligent student. I hope you enjoy them.

Volume 1 treats twenty-five corner/side positions that frequently arise in handicapped games delving into a fair level of detail. The author writes, "In my many years of working with amateur players, one thing I've felt most acutely is their exaggerated fear of the stronger player. They add a move where none is needed, avoid fights they could easily profit from and in general react in fear to shapeless shadows. Based on these observations, I've written this book in the hopes that you can cast off your needless fears of stronger players."

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Volume 2 applies ideas introduced in volume 1. The author writes, "In Volume two, I've examined amateur weaknesses using as source material actual handicap games I've played with students. I'm sure many of these games contain moves not too dissimilar from moves you've played yourself, which should give you a greater appreciation for the lessons they contain."

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A series of his own now famous games commented almost move by move by the master himself.

A classic booklet for complete beginners. The late Roger White writes "The beginner will find this step by step manual a tremendous help in understanding the basic principles, so he can get on with the fun of the game."

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In the normal course of a go game, you're eventually faced with managing a weak stone. Knowing how to handle the situation adroitly may mean the difference between winning and losing. This conveniently sized study guide presents a discourse about sabaki techniques, written in the typically lucid and hard-hitting style of Mr. Yang, 7-Dan professional. Following his discourse are a dozen practice problems to help you determine if you have absorbed the material. Don't be deceived by the small size of this book. It's packed with applicable information and likely will require several readings to fully master. But, as you apply the techniques and develop your judgment, your regular opponents will be in for a surprise as you demonstrate your newly acquired flexibility and lightness. Please win gracefully and enjoy.

This amazing little printed book with perfect binding, measuring only 4 1/4" x 5 1/2", 114 pages, contains the compiled and enhanced notes and diagrams from Mr. Yang's like titled lecture, which he delivered at the 2000 Gaithersburg Maryland workshop. Written in the hard hitting and concise conversational style that Mr. Yang is famous for, this book is a handy addition to any serious player's Go library, and is especially helpful to Mr. Yang's students.