The Tarrasch Defence

Author : Alexey Bezgodov
Publisher : New In Chess
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2017-11-13
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9789056917692

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The Art of the Tarrasch Defence by Alexey Bezgodov Pdf

The Tarrasch Defence is one of the most ambitious ways to play against 1.d4. Black immediately fights for the centre, gets a lot of space and develops his pieces without many problems. Great fighters like Boris Spassky, Paul Keres and Garry Kasparov have played the Tarrasch Defence. Former Russian Champion Alexey Bezgodov has more than 30 years of experience with the Tarrasch and is one of the world’s greatest experts. The Art of the Tarrasch Defence is a deeply researched journey into the positional structures, the key moments in the fight for the initiative, the players and the variations. Bezgodov has injected his main line, the neglected Kasparov System, with a lot of surprising ideas and presents new ways to handle White’s offbeat variations. He also shows that quite a few lines for Black with a bad reputation are actually good. He teaches how the giants of chess have exploited the many dynamic possibilities of the Tarrasch Defence, and he includes plenty of practical exercises. This is a must-have book for fearless players who wish to surprise their opponents and who like to play aggressively with Black -- but only with a reliable opening with a sound positional foundation.

Author : Jacob Aagaard,Nikolaos Ntirlis
Publisher : Grandmaster Repertoire
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Chess
ISBN : 1906552916

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The Tarrasch Defence by Jacob Aagaard,Nikolaos Ntirlis Pdf

The Tarrasch Defense arises after 1.d4 d5 2.c4 e6 3.¤c3 c5 and leads to wildly complex and dynamic play. With deep analysis and countless novelties, Ntirlis and Aagaard have revived the coolest classical chess opening for use by grandmasters and amateurs in the 21st century. - Expert guidance on an attacking chess opening - Hundreds of novelties - A blend of human expertise and state-of-the-art computer analysis

Author : Andreas Tzermiadianos
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2008-09
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 1857445678

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How to Beat the French Defence by Andreas Tzermiadianos Pdf

Using his favourite weapon - the Tarrasch Variation - Andreas Tzermiadianos reveals an abundance of opening ideas and novelties, and provides the reader with a complete repertoire against the French Defence.

Author : Vassilios Kotronias
Publisher : SCB Distributors
Page : 988 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2019-12-02
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9781949859089

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Fight 1.d4 with the Tarrasch! by Vassilios Kotronias Pdf

A Complete Fighting Repertoire against 1.d4! Do you like active piece play? Fighting for the initiative from move one? The Tarrasch Defense just may be what you are looking for. Its advantages include: (1) It can be played against pretty much anything: 1.Nf3, 1.c4, 1.g3, 1.d4. Play 1...e6, 2...d5 and 3...c5 and you are there! (2) It leads most of the time to a typical IQP pawn structure, and it is difficult for White to change the course of the opening. (3) Black’s pieces naturally enjoy open lines and active posts so it’s easy to play the opening moves quickly and successfully! This book is exceptional! Tarrasch exponents have been blessed in the past years with some excellent works, and this book continues this happy trend. It is both a detailed reference manual and a source of inspiration. For example, in the main line 1.d4 d5 2.c4 e6 3.Nc3 c5 4.cxd5 exd5 5.Nf3 Nc6 6.g3 Nf6 7.Bg2 Be7 8.0-0 0-0 9.dxc5, I was intrigued to see such interesting analysis of the unusual gambit line 9...d4 as well as the main line 9...Bxc5. I was also very impressed by the work that Vassilios put into the awkward sidelines such as 3.Nf3 c5 4.cxd5 exd5 5.Bg5, discovering a wealth of active possibilities in quiet-looking positions. I am certain that this book will become an essential tool both for experienced Tarrasch players and future aficionados! – Grandmaster Matthew Sadler in his Foreword Greek grandmaster Vassilios Kotronias is well-known for his excellent analytical work and writing style which presents the material in a way that is comprehensive and easy to understand. In this book – his first for Russell Enterprises – he offers a thorough system for Black against 1.d4. That includes responses to other systems such as the Colle, Trompowsky, London, etc. So, are you ready to stake your claim as Black, fighting from the first move? The Tarrasch may be just what you are looking for!

Author : Matthew Sadler,Natasha Regan
Publisher : New In Chess,Csi
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Artificial intelligence
ISBN : 9056918184

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Game Changer by Matthew Sadler,Natasha Regan Pdf

Presents the story behind the self-learning artificial intelligence system with its stunning chess skills

Author : Sam Collins
Publisher : Move by Move
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2013-11
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 1781941424

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The Tarrasch Defence by Sam Collins Pdf

This series provides an ideal platform to study chess openings. By continually challenging the reader to answer probing questions throughout the book, the Move by Move format greatly encourages the learning and practicing of vital skills just as much as the traditional assimilation of opening knowledge. Carefully selected questions and answers are designed to keep you actively involved and allow you to monitor your progress as you learn. This is an excellent way to study any chess opening and at the same time improve your general chess skills and knowledge. The Tarrasch is an ambitious defense to the Queen's Gambit. Black's concept is a fearless one - he willingly accepts an isolated queen's pawn but in return seizes space in the centre and gains freedom of development for all his pieces. In this book, International Master and Tarrasch expert Sam Collins invites you to join him in examining this popular opening and its many variations. Using illustrative games, Collins highlights the typical plans and tactics for both sides, answers all the key questions and tells you everything you need to know about playing the Tarrasch Defence. *Essential guidance and training in the Tarrasch Defence *Utilizes an ideal approach to chess study *Includes repertoire options for Black

Author : Hannes Langrock
Publisher : SCB Distributors
Page : 455 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2018-06-28
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9781941270936

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French Defense by Hannes Langrock Pdf

A Complete Black Repertoire against 1.e4 Built around the Super-solid Rubinstein! The solid Rubinstein Variation of the French Defense – despite its having been played by world champions and elite grandmasters, it has never been subjected to detailed study. The author, German International Master Hannes Langrock, has produced a book with complete coverage of this line, along with solid recommendations for Black should White deviate on the second or third move. The first edition was widely acclaimed, and the second edition has been revised and expanded. “I never realized that Black could take such active measures in the Rubinstein Variation without significant drawbacks. This book is an eye-opener, and even top grandmasters might find that they have underestimated Black’s resources in important positions...The average tournament and online player will appreciate Langrock’s straightforward, no-nonsense style. He keeps the complexity of the analysis within bounds, and highlights relevant details without drifting into obscure page-long analytical byways. General themes are clearly presented within the context of illustrative games...The result is a book that covers a broad swath of material in a modest number of pages. I’m sure that you will be well-rewarded for its study, and come out with a useful new weapon in your chess arsenal.” – International Master John Watson in his Foreword to the first edition.

Author : Alexey Bezgodov
Publisher : New In Chess
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2014-08-01
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9789056915179

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The Extreme Caro-Kann by Alexey Bezgodov Pdf

Alexey Bezgodov presents an unusual idea for White against the ever popular Caro-Kann Defence. The Russian Grandmaster and chess opening expert advocates a very early deviation, the annoying and little explored 3.f3!? This move may look unimpressive at first sight, but it considerably complicates life for Caro-Kann players, as it makes Black’s main problem bigger: the development of his bishop on c8. Small wonder that an increasing number of strong grandmasters, such as Vassily Ivanchuk, Alexander Morozevich and Judit Polgar, have incorporated this move in their repertoire. After 3.f3!? the bishop on c8 has nowhere to go, and Black will often struggle to avoid enduring problems. White’s chances to obtain an advantage are substantial, as Bezgodov shows in this fascinating new chapter in modern chess opening theory, packed with original analysis and clear explanations.

Author : Steffen Pedersen
Publisher : Gambit Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Chess
ISBN : 1901983498

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The French by Steffen Pedersen Pdf

This book continues the coverage of the French Defence that was begun by Pedersen in The Main Line French: 3 Nc3. It is essential reading for all those who play the French, and for those who meet it with the popular and flexible Tarrasch Variation. The Tarrasch Variation provides a stern test for the French Defence, and has always been a favourite of strategically minded players, such as Michael Adams and Anatoly Karpov. By putting his knight on d2, White seeks to give his opponent little scope for counterplay, and in many of the traditional lines ends up with a slight positional advantage that can prove extremely difficult to neutralize. This has led to Black developing various sharper approaches, which complicate the play considerably at the cost of greater risk. Notable among these lines are systems with 3...Nf6 where Black sacrifices material to gain the initiative, and the modern main line 3...c5 4 exd5 Qxd5, where Black keeps his pawn-structure healthy at the cost of some tempi. To get the most out of these lines as either colour, thorough up-to-date knowledge is essential, and this book supplies it in abundance.

Author : Damian Lemos
Publisher : Everyman Chess
Page : 394 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2019-10-20
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9781781942628

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Opening Repertoire: The Queen's Gambit by Damian Lemos Pdf

Grandmaster Damian Lemos presents a repertoire for White in the Queen’s Gambit, one of the most famous chess openings. The Queen’s Gambit enjoys a long and illustrious past. It has been played by virtually all the strongest grandmasters in the history of chess, and today it remains a popular choice for players of all levels. White’s opening moves in the Queen’s Gambit are built on sound strategic principles, and it can lead to positions rich in both tactical and positional play. It’s a perfect opening to use in order to develop your chess understanding. It’s a perfect opening to use in order to develop your chess understanding. There are many defences that Black can employ against the Queen’s Gambit and it’s easy to become confused by the countless options for both White and Black. Lemos tackles this problem by providing a concise, easy-to-learn and practical repertoire that is suitable for players of all levels. Using illustrative games, Lemos examines the typical tactics and strategies for both sides, and highlights the key move order issues. This book tells you everything you need to know about playing the Queen’s Gambit. * A complete repertoire with 1 d4 d5 2 c4 * Over 50 games with grandmaster analysis * Written by a Queen’s Gambit expert

Author : Damian Lemos
Publisher : Everyman Chess
Page : 601 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2024-07-02
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9781781945667

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The French Defence: Move by Move by Damian Lemos Pdf

The French Defence is a classical opening that has featured in the repertoire of many elite grandmasters. Black generally concedes a slight spacial disadvantage early but in return gains a sound structure and middlegame opportunities to undermine the white centre. A close study of the French Defence can be very rewarding for all players as the structures and themes that arise are found in numerous other openings. In this book grandmaster Damian Lemos guides the reader through the complexities of this dynamic opening and explores all the important variations. This series provides an ideal platform to study chess openings. By continually challenging the reader to answer probing questions throughout the book, the Move by Move format greatly encourages the learning and practising of vital skills just as much as the traditional assimilation of opening knowledge. Carefully selected questions and answers are designed to keep you actively involved and allow you to monitor your progress as you learn. This is an excellent way to study any chess opening and at the same time improve your general chess skills and knowledge. * Essential guidance and training in the French Defence * Analyses all key variations * Utilizes an ideal Q+A approach to chess study

Author : Raymond D. Keene
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 102 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : Chess
ISBN : OCLC:21461152

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French Defence by Raymond D. Keene Pdf

Author : Eric Schiller
Publisher : Cardoza Publishing
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2024-07-02
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9781580425360

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Complete Defense to Queen Pawn Openings by Eric Schiller Pdf

This aggressive counterattacking repertoire covers Black opening systems against virtually every opening except for 1.e4 (plus most flank games), based on the exciting and powerful Tarrasch Defense, which helped win Kasparov and Spassky championships. Black learns the Classical Tarrasch, Symmetrical Tarrasch, Asymmetrical Tarrasch, Marshall and Tarrasch gambits, and Tarrasch without Nc3, to achieve early equality or even an outright advantage in the first few moves. This is an important opening book for aggressive players looking for an edge. 288 pages

Author : Jacob Aagaard,Esben Lund,Alexander Raetsky
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 1781944504

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Meeting 1d4 And 1e4 by Jacob Aagaard,Esben Lund,Alexander Raetsky Pdf

Brought together for the first time in one book Meeting 1d4 and 1e4 International Master Jacob Aagaard and Esben Lund provide an all-in-one solution to the popular opening move 1 d4 and other White systems that do not involve 1 e4. In Meeting 1e4 The reader is provided with a complete repertoire for Black against 1 e4, based on the ever-reliable Sicilian Defence.

Author : Miedema
Publisher : Modernized
Page : 215 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2020-09-22
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9492510863

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The Modernized French Defense - Volume 2: Against the Tarrasch by Miedema Pdf

The Tarrasch variation of the French Defense is reached after 1.e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.Nd2. This is one of the most positional treatments White has available. Using his typical funny and dynamic writing style, David shows that it is possible to play solidly but also remain with the dynamic elements Black has available. He recommends several creative lines, even a bit off the beaten track, but which he has very carefully worked out over the several years of his own practice. Again, Miedema and his love for the French Defense shines through his second volume, the third and final being available at the end of this year.