The book consists of 202 short "openers" typical of average players, arranged according to the classical opening variations and by level of difficulty.

Each example includes:

• the name of the overriding tactic
• the name of the opening
• a scenario that sets up the tactic to be learned
• an interpretation that explains why the loser went wrong, how he could have avoided the trap, and what he should have done instead
• a review of important principles and useful guidelines to reinforce each lesson.

Also included are a glossary of openings that lists all the classical "textbook" variations for comparison and reference and a tactical index. Chess Openings: Traps and Zaps is a powerful, pragmatic entry into a heretofore remote area of chess theory that will have a profound influence on every player's game.

Specifications:

• Author: Pandolfini
• Book Type: Paperback, 1989
• Notation: Algebraic Notation
• Pages: 245