Russian International Master Alexander Raetsky draws upon his wealth of experience gained playing on the tough international tournament circuit to supply you with an all-in-one solution to your problems. The reader is provided with a complete repertoire for Black against 1.e4, based on the ever-reliable Sicilian Defense. Lines suggested are dependable and promise Black dynamic counterplay. The variations are also easy to learn: this book is especially useful for players who have neither the time nor inclination to learn reams and reams of the latest opening theory.

Features:

• A complete defence to 1.e4
• Written by a battle-hardened expert
• Ideas, strategies and tactics discussed for both sides

Alexander Raetsky is a Russian International Master and an experienced competitor on the tournament circuit. He's also a skilled writer and has been a frequent contributor to the famous Russian magazine 64 and the internationally renowned publication New In Chess. This is his first book for Everyman.

Specifications:

• Author: Raetsky
• Book Type: Paperback, 2002
• Notation: Figurine Notation
• Pages: 160