He’s authored several popular chess books, including “How to Reassess Your Chess,” a highly regarded book that focuses on positional understanding in chess. I am currently reading "The Complete Book of Chess Strategy: Grandmaster Techniques from A to Z" another one of his, this book is known for its comprehensive coverage of various chess strategies and concepts, making it a valuable resource for chess players of all skill levels.

Silman's achievements spanned victories in the American Open, the National Open, and the U.S. Open, complemented by coaching the US junior national chess team. He secured the IM title in 1988, authored over 35 books, primarily on chess but also on casino gambling, contributing articles to Chess Life, New in Chess, and Chess.com. 

Notably, Silman instructed a video chess course for The Teaching Company's Great Courses series and offered chess expertise in films like Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, Monk (s7e2), and Malcolm in the Middle (s4e19), albeit uncredited for his work in the Harry Potter movie. 

Silman has contributed significantly to chess theory and teaching methods, offering insights and strategies to players of various skill levels. His work emphasizes understanding the game beyond mere tactics, delving into positional play and planning. 

Silman was married to Gwen Feldman. He died from Primary Progressive Aphasia, a form of dementia, on September 21, 2023, at his home in West Hollywood, California; he was 69 years old. 

Silman’s rating hit its peak of 2420 back in January of 1995. and remains a respected figure in the world of chess and an influential teacher and author in the chess community.

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