The truth of a chess game is often revealed only towards the end of the game. The opening and middlegame stages, important as they are, sometimes provide no more than stepping stones for this vital last arena. We owe it to ourselves then to be as well prepared for this final proving ground as possible. Why be tripped up at the last moment and have to concede a half point or the full point because you got lost in the maze of a Lucena Position or have not yet discovered Philidor's draw in a rook and pawn ending? The author examines and explains numerous endgame scenarios that are frequently encountered in practical play, and provides key winning and drawing techniques. If the truth is only to be seen at the end of the game then our knowledge and understanding of whatever end may await us should be as complete as we can make it. This book is an ideal entry point for the new player whilst also offering sound advice and insights for the intermediate player. This is the second book in the Essential Techniques series. The first book: Chess Attacks Explained, The Essential Techniques is already attracting positive reviews. The third, and final, book in the series: Chess Strategy Explained, The Essential Techniques is due for publication soon.