This is the first in a series of four books by World Chess Champion Mikhail Botvinnik. The first three books cover his chess career. The last volume covers his essays on a variety of topics of interest to him. The four volumes are: Mikhail Botvinnik Analytical and Critical Work 1923-1941 ISBN 4871875962 Mikhail Botvinnik Analytical and Critical Work 1942-1956 ISBN 4871875970 Mikhail Botvinnik Analytical and Critical Work 1957-1970 ISBN 4871875989 Mikhail Botvinnik Analytical and Critical Work Articles, Memoirs 1928-1986 ISBN 4871875997