Quotes from Aron Nimzowitsch

Giving up the center must not here be regarded as illogical. Was happiness no happiness because it endured for just a short time? One cannot always be happy.

The defensive power of a pinned piece is only imaginary

Strategically important points should be overprotected. If the pieces are so engaged, they get their regard in the fact that they will then find themselves well posted in every respect.

A thorough knowledge of the elements takes us more than half the road to mastership

The beauty of a move lies not in its appearance but in the thought behind it.

Many men, many styles; what is chess style but the intangible expression of the will to win.

The knight of QB3 is under obligation, the moment the enemy gives him the chance, of undertaking an invasion of the center by Kn-Q5.

How can I lose to such an idiot?