Starting Out: The Modern
- 192pages
- 7 heures de lecture
Grandmaster Nigel Davies revisits the fundamentals of the Modern Defence, studying in depth the crucial early moves and plans for both sides. This book is ideal for up-and-coming players.






Grandmaster Nigel Davies revisits the fundamentals of the Modern Defence, studying in depth the crucial early moves and plans for both sides. This book is ideal for up-and-coming players.
Focusing on the Grunfeld Defence, this book offers insights into a dynamic opening favored by top players like Bobby Fischer and Garry Kasparov. Grandmaster Nigel Davies provides a comprehensive guide to essential strategies and tactics for both sides. Through illustrative games, he explores popular mainlines and complex side variations, making it a valuable resource for chess enthusiasts looking to enhance their understanding of this formidable defense.
In this book Grandmaster Nigel Davies presents readers with up-to-date coverage of this ever-expanding opening. Using model games for both White and Black, he studies the key strategies and tactics associated with the Trompowsky.
In The Dynamic Reti, Grandmaster Nigel Davies redresses the balance and advocates a repertoire for White based on this popular opening.
Mastering chess involves understanding key principles that separate skilled players from novices. This book reveals the essential Rules of Winning Chess, which encompass strategic insights on piece placement, initiative, and exploiting weaknesses. By learning these fundamental concepts, readers can enhance their gameplay, boost their confidence, and enjoy the game more fully. With this guide, players can transform their approach to chess, equipping themselves to handle various situations with ease and skill.
The book delves into the complexities of the Sicilian Defence, a popular choice for Black against 1 e4, presenting strategic options for White. Grandmaster Nigel Davies offers a systematic approach centered on fianchettoing the king's bishop, providing an accessible repertoire for players. The text addresses all variations of the Sicilian, catering to both club and tournament players, and emphasizes a balanced strategy between theoretical depth and practical play. Readers will gain confidence in countering Black's ambitious defense.
Offering a practical repertoire for Black against the popular opening 1 e4, this book addresses the challenges posed by various White strategies, including the Ruy Lopez. Nigel Davies, an experienced Grandmaster, draws on his competitive background to provide a comprehensive defense, making it accessible for players at all levels. The guide covers all of White's potential moves, ensuring that Black players can confidently navigate the complexities of the Open Games, while also benefiting from Davies' expertise and insights.
Focusing on a bold and aggressive approach to chess openings, this book is tailored for players who thrive on attack and calculated risks. It presents a comprehensive repertoire for White, featuring gambit strategies that lead to dynamic and tactical positions, avoiding mundane positional play. With insights from experienced Grandmaster Nigel Davies, the book promises a thrilling chess experience for those eager to engage in open warfare on the board. Perfect for the attack-minded Gambiteer ready to embrace the chaos of battle.
In this book, Grandmaster Nigel Davies arms the reader with an all-in-one repertoire with the white pieces, with the Veresov being the central line. schovat popis
Grandmaster Nigel Davies presents a major study of the Catalan, providing a reliable and dynamic repertoire for White and covering the main plans for both sides.