Hypermodern Strategy by Jan Van Reek

Hypermodern Strategy by Jan van Reek is a strategic chess guide focused on the ideas behind the hypermodern school of play.

The book explains how hypermodern strategy challenges traditional principles by controlling the center with pieces rather than occupying it directly with pawns.

It covers key concepts such as indirect control of the center, piece activity, flexible pawn structures, and counterplay from distance.

Through examples and analysis, it shows how strong players use these ideas to create pressure and provoke weaknesses in the opponent’s position.

The content helps readers understand how modern strategic thinking evolved from classical principles into more dynamic and flexible approaches.

A valuable book for chess students, club players, and improving competitors, especially those interested in opening strategy and modern positional concepts.