In the second volume of the Kotronias on the King’s Indian series, grandmaster Vassilios Kotronias turns his attention to the main line of the famous Mar del Plata variation, which arises after the opening moves 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 g6 3.Nc3 Bg7 4.e4 d6 5.Nf3 0–0 6.Be2 e5 7.0–0 Nc6 8.d5 Ne7 9.Ne1. This leads to some of the most complicated and theoretically challenging positions in the King’s Indian, but Kotronias provides a world-class repertoire for Black, including a wealth of original ideas and analysis.
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In this, the third volume of the Kotronias on the King’s Indian series, grandmaster Vassilios Kotronias presents the second part of his world-class repertoire against the famous Mar del Plata variation, starting from the position after 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 g6 3.Nc3 Bg7 4.e4 d6 5.Nf3 0–0 6.Be2 e5 7.0–0 Nc6 8.d5 Ne7, with the focus on 9.b4, 9.Nd2 and all other sensible alternatives to 9.Ne1.
In this, the fifth and final volume of the epic Kotronias on the King’s Indian series, Grandmaster Vassilios Kotronias completes his masterpiece by tackling all major variations after 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 g6 which were not covered in the previous volumes. The book starts with 3.f3 and works through numerous set-ups including the Smyslov, Sokolov and Seirawan Systems, followed by the Four Pawns Attack and culminates in the mighty Sämisch System.
Bent Larsen is one of the most celebrated chess players of the twentieth century. Larsen is the man who pushed Bobby Fischer down to Board 2 on the Rest of the World team in 1970. The Danish grandmaster had spectacular results, but chess fans appreciated even more his creativity and fighting spirit. For Larsen, a drawish-looking position was no reason to halt a game, as he had the ability to create magic out of thin air.
Learn from Bent Larsen is a labour of love by award-winning author Mihail Marin. This project was originally planned as one chapter in a book about several players, but as ever more gems emerged, it became clear that Bent Larsen deserved a book of his own.
Mihail Marin is a grandmaster from Romania. His books for Quality Chess have established him as one of the world’s finest chess authors.
Luther’s Chess Reformation provides a wealth of practical tips and suggestions for chess players of all levels. Using the experiences and insights gained from his remarkable career, Luther offers an insider’s view into the world of grandmaster chess
Magnus Carlsen’s mastery of the middlegame is astonishing, even by the standards of World Champions. But how did this power develop, and what can the rest of us learn from it? To explain the mysteries requires another elite grandmaster, and Ivan Sokolov is perfectly qualified for this role. Magnus Carlsen’s Middlegame Evolution allows the reader to celebrate the brilliance of the highest-rated chess player in history while learning from his example. With insightfully annotated games, Sokolov takes us inside the mind of a chess genius.
Mayhem in the Morra offers a complete fighting repertoire for White against the Sicilian.
An all-time classic, My System by Aron Nimzowitsch, has shaped generations of chess players. Its timeless ideas on positional play, pawn structures, piece coordination, prophylactic thinking, strategic maneuvering, and much more, are still invaluable today.
By studying My System, players will gain a deeper understanding of the game’s core principles and enhance their ability to assess positions, formulate plans, and execute winning strategies. The book is a must-read for aspiring chess players and seasoned competitors alike.
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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.