Volume 3 of an accessible primer and reference book about chess openings. Provides a solid foundation to build your opening repertoire on. Explains what you should be trying to achieve, with clear indications for further study. Beginning and improving players should get a copy of this book before they buy ANY other chess opening book.

Features:

• Comprehensive: covers all main variations likely to arise
• Easy-to-use: important moves and key positions are highlighted in colour
• Long-lasting: it doesn't outdate because it is about basics - not the latest fashions
• Complete: explains the plans and counterplans for both Black and White
• Down-to-earth: simple, verbal introductions (not a database dump full of dead trees)
• Convenient: every opening is illustrated with a number of instructive games
• Prize-winning: received the Golden Award of the Italian Chess Federation

This book helps beginners to develop a solid understanding of fundamental opening play, gives casual players the ability to choose the opening that suits their style and taste, and is a tool for club players to test and review their opening repertoire.

Specifications:

• Paperback: 336 pages
• Publisher: New In Chess (May 10, 2009)
• Language: English
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.7 x 1.1 inches