In Memorium

Mark Izrailovich Dvoretsky 1947-2016

September 26, 2016 John Lee Shaw

It was announced today, that International Master Mark Izrailovich Dvoretsky, has died. Born December 9th in Moscow, Dvoretsky is perhaps best known to modern chess players as an esteemed and trusted chess writer. Often in collaboration with his pupil, Artur Yusupov, his Dvoretsky School series are pride of place on […check it out!]

Mark Izrailovich Dvoretsky 1947-2016

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