Playing 1.d4 d5, A Classical Repertoire

Playing 1.d4 d5, A Classical Repertoire is an invaluable resource for players seeking to excel in Queen’s Gambit Declined for Black. Regardless of the specific defense chosen, players will come across recurring pawn structure themes and strategic plans in this opening. As such, the author, Nikolaos Ntirlis, focuses on the theoretical foundation behind these positional concepts and the typical pawn structures that define the QGD. Each concept is followed by an illustrative example to enhance understanding.

In addition to the classical QGD lines, Ntirlis offers a complete repertoire against popular alternatives such as the Catalan, London System, Torre, and all other significant deviations from move 2 onwards.

Playing 1.d4 d5 is an excellent repertoire for both club and experienced players alike, making it an essential tool for mastering the complexities of the QGD.