Once again this is a fully revised edition of John Watson's classic Play the French, providing Black with a complete repertoire in the French Defense, one of the most strategically and dynamically complex opening systems. As is typical with his books, Watson often arms the reader with not one, but a choice of two and sometimes three lines against every main variation.

Watson also presents a thorough grounding on the positional and tactical aspects of the opening and outlines the typical plans for both White and Black. This is particularly welcome for those newcomers wishing to add the French Defense to their openings armory.

Last, but not least, hardened French Defense devotees will find plenty of original analysis and suggestions to sink their teeth into. The previous editions of Play the French were among the most powerful opening books of the 1980s and 90s, and this only added to the large number of French Defense advocates at every level of chess. Now Watson has updated his analysis for French Defense players of the new millennium.

Specifications:

• Author: Watson
• Book Type: Paperback, 2003
• Notation: Figurine Notation
• Pages: 272