Mikhail Tal books in order
Soviet-Latvian chess player
- Lived
- 1936–1992
- Country
- Russia
- Books
- 3
Mikhail Tal published 3 books, beginning with Best Games of Chess (1961). The best-known is Complete Games of Mikail Tāl, 1936-1959 (1981).
Updated September 2026
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Complete Games of Mikail Tāl, 1936-1959
Mikhail Tal's most-read book.
Other books in order
Best Games of Chess (1961)
100 Best Games, 1961-1973 (1975)
Complete Games of Mikail Tāl, 1936-1959 (1981)
About Mikhail Tal
Mikhail Tal was a Soviet Latvian chess grandmaster and the eighth World Chess Champion. He is considered a creative genius and is widely regarded as one of the most influential players in chess history. Tal played in an attacking and combinatorial style. His play was known for improvisation and unpredictability. Vladislav Zubok said of him, "Every game for him was as inimitable and invaluable as a poem".
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Mikhail Tal FAQ
- How many books has Mikhail Tal written?
- Mikhail Tal published 3 books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Mikhail Tal's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Complete Games of Mikail Tāl, 1936-1959.
- What is Mikhail Tal's last book?
- Complete Games of Mikail Tāl, 1936-1959 (1981).
- What is Mikhail Tal's most famous book?
- Complete Games of Mikail Tāl, 1936-1959 (1981) is Mikhail Tal's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.