A study of the crucial Benoni systems apart from the Modern Benoni. This book presents diverse and practical options against the queen's pawn opening for dynamic, tactical players and solid, positional players alike. It will be useful for those wanting to understand the basics of Benoni Systems.
Boris Spassky is a true chess legend, a World Champion who, thanks to his monumental battles with Bobby Fischer, raised the popularity of the game. This work looks back over Spassky's long and distinguished career to examine how he defeated his long-time adversaries, highlighting his colourful and celebrated encounters over the chessboard.
The Classical Sicilian is one of Black's most popular and highly regarded opening choices against 1 e4. Part of the Starting Out series, this book revisit the basics of the Classical Sicilian, discussing the crucial early moves and plans for both sides.
The Petroff Defence is considered as one of Black's most reliable methods of meeting the king's pawn opening. In this book, openings experts Alexander Raetsky and Maxim Chetverik study the typical plans and tactics for both White and Black in this complex opening. It is useful for club and tournament players.
Russian international master Alexander Raetsky draws upon his wealth of experience in playing in the tough chess tournament circuit to supply the reader with a complete repertoire for Black against White's very popular opening move 1 e4.
Opening experts Alexander Raetsky and Maxim Chetverik study the Queen's Gambit Accepted in a clear-cut way, introducing the vital early moves and ideas and taking care to explain the reasoning behind them, something that is sometimes neglected or taken for granted.
Focusing on unconventional chess openings, this book offers club players a chance to revitalize their strategies with eleven unique variations that have surprised even World Champions. Authored by GM Raetsky and IM Chetverik, the guide emphasizes solid, lesser-known lines like the Albin Countergambit and St. George Defense, supported by illustrative games, many of which are previously unpublished. By stepping away from current trends, players can catch opponents off guard and enjoy the thrill of setting their own fashion in chess.
Three classic titles from the Everyman Chess Starting Out Series in one volume. Starting Out: Queen's Gambit Accepted by Alexander Raetsky and Maxim Chetverik Starting Out: Queen's Gambit Declined by Neil McDonald Starting: Slav Semi Slav by Glenn Flear