In this episode of Top 20 Chess Books, IM Thomas Engqvist presents #18 – The Oxford Companion to Chess by David Hooper and Kenneth Whyld. This remarkable reference book covers every key chess term, concept, and major player throughout history, offering deep insights into the development of chess culture and schools of thought.
In the video, Engqvist focuses on the concept of descriptive notation — a system many players find complicated, yet one that carries unique historical and educational value. He explains its advantages and disadvantages compared to algebraic notation, and why every serious chess student should understand both.
Learn why this classic encyclopedia remains far superior to online summaries or AI explanations when it comes to understanding the true depth of chess notation, history, and culture.
Topics covered:
Why The Oxford Companion to Chess is a must-have reference
The origins of descriptive notation
How descriptive compares to algebraic notation
Practical reasons to learn both systems
About this series: Top 20 Chess Books is a journey through the greatest chess literature ever written, personally selected and reviewed by IM Thomas Engqvist.
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