Chess Opening Essentials

The ideas & plans behind ALL chess openings!Volume 2 of an accessible primer and reference book about chess openings. Provides a solid foundation to build your opening repertoire on. Explains what you should be trying to achieve, with clear indications for further study.* Comprehensive: covers all main variations likely to arise* Easy-to-use: important moves and key positions are highlighted in colour* Long-lasting: it doesn't outdate because it is about basics not the latest fashions* Complete: explains the plans and counterplans for both Black and White* Down-to-earth: simple, verbal introductions (not a database dump full of dead trees)* Convenient: every opening is illustrated with a number of instructive games* Prize-winning: received the Golden Award of the Italian Chess FederationThis book helps beginners to develop a solid understanding of fundamental opening play, gives casual players the ability to choose the opening that suits their style and taste, and is a tool for club players to test and review their opening repertoire.