This book is great for self-study on chess endings. It is clearly written, with examples drawn from actual practical play. What can I say, it is one of those rare good chess books written by an ex-world champion for aspiring chess players. Although it is no Bobby Fischer's "My 60 most memorable games", it will improve the chess amateur's approach to the endgame. Although this was published long time ago, it still contains timeless endgame lessons to be learned. There's nothing like learning from the old masters and then formulating your own way of improving chess.