For example, some play the openings of their favorite players. A strategic opening repertoire repertoire books openings. Such has been the acclaim for john watson s groundbreaking works on modern chess strategy and his insightful opening books, that it is only natural that he now presents a strategic opening repertoire. Strategic opening repertoire paperback february 25, 2015 by first last author 4. Details in 1998 a slim volume by international master john donaldson explored the crafting of a sophisticated but easily assimilated group of interrelated opening strategies intending to establish small but lasting advantages. Chesspub forum watson a strategic opening repertoire. Advanced rated 18001999 acquire the knowledge you need to approach the opening with confidence and achieve success.
Gambit publications limited a strategic chess opening repertoire. A strategic opening repertoire schachversand niggemann. It dates back to the 16th century and has featured in the opening repertoire of every modern world champion. Last game of the match spassky vs geller, 1968 b25 sicilian, closed, 37. This is a rule which has stood its test in chess history and one which we cannot.
Im a 1750 elo player and ive been thinking of switching my opening repertoire for white. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Most of my own repertoire is based on watsons book. A strategic opening repertoire john donaldson, carsten hansen download bok. Still others gain guidance continue reading opening repertoire strategies. We also stock quality bridge equipment and a range of great classical games such as poker, backgammon, mahjong and other traditional board games.
A strategic chess opening repertoire for white, by john. Sep 09, 2016 one of the most challenging aspects of chess among many is developing an opening repertoire. A strategic chess opening repertoire for white schachversand. A strategic opening repertoire john donaldson, carsten. A strategic chess opening repertoire for white by john l. A strategic chess opening repertoire for white john watson a quest for the chessplayers holy grail provides all the tools to decide on the most appropriate plans for white by one of the most influential chess writers in the world about the publisher. Main a strategic chess opening repertoire for white. A complete plan of attack with 1 d4 and 2 c4 kindle edition by watson, john. I would be interested to know about others preferences. Detailed description of repertoire gambit chess books. The english offers a perfect balance between strategic and aggressive play. Astrategic opening repertoire new york, chess programs and. A strategic opening repertoire for white by john watson the. It is also played by schemes rather than numerical theory, so there is plenty of room for creativity.
Generally black scores around 49,5% on all levels combined and around 45% to 46% above 2600, depending on the range of years included. The ruy lopez is perhaps the most classical of all chess openings. The suggested choices are approved and active, but also safe for the first player. See all 5 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Such has been the acclaim for john watsons groundbreaking works on modern chess strategy and his insightful opening books, that it is only natural that he now presents a strategic opening repertoire. A complete plan of attack with 1 d4 and 2 c4 ebook. Bobby fischer used it to create numerous powerful strategic masterpieces. The suggested variations for white are ones that rely far more on a generic understanding of strategic ideas. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. Jun 15, 2012 the repertoire is based on 1 d4 and 2 c4, following up with methodical play in the centre. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. Now this second edition, revised by danish fm carsten hansen with the assistance of john in 1998 a slim volume by international master john donaldson explored the crafting of a sophisticated but easily assimilated group of interrelated opening strategies intending to establish.
May 22, 2012 a strategic chess opening repertoire for white book. A strategic chess opening repertoire for white, by john watson 2012 such has been the acclaim for john watsons groundbreaking works on modern chess strategy and his insightful opening books, that it is only natural that he now presents a strategic opening repertoire. Others try to go their own way, experimenting with various openings until settling onto a few favorites. The suggested variations for white are ones that rely far more on a generic understanding of strategic ideas rather than the memorisation of reams of opening theory. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets.
With the exception of openings like the kings indian defense, many of these openings does not have a lot of developed theory, so you dont have to worry about falling into a long. A strategic opening repertoire donaldson, john free ebook download as pdf file. Apr 01, 1998 the result, a strategic opening repertoire, was an instant success. Pete tamburro, chess life such has been the acclaim for john watsons groundbreaking works on modern chess strategy and his insightful opening books, that it is only natural that he now presents a strategic opening repertoire. In the otb databases i checked black did very well with the najdorf b9099. With some exceptions, many of the strategic ideas are applicable in many positions, making it easier to find a plan. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Watson uses his vast opening knowledge to pick cunning moveorders. I have also compiled a selection of key games to accompany this repertoire. A strategic opening repertoire donaldson, john scribd. A strategic opening repertoire john donaldson, carsten hansen. Astrategic opening repertoire new york, chess programs. Buy a strategic chess opening repertoire for white by watson, john isbn.
Nf3, what is the white first move that generally leads to the most solid, positional, slow, closed, strategic and quiet positions i am only including 1. A strategic chess opening repertoire for white john watson 272 pages 248 mm by 172 mm. In this book, prolific chess author cyrus lakdawala recommends a repertoire for white players who like to open 1 e4. A strategic chess opening repertoire for white easier than. Now this second edition, revised by danish fm carsten hansen with the assistance of john in 1998 a slim volume by international master john donaldson explored the crafting of a sophisticated but easily assimilated group of interrelated opening strategies intending to establish small but lasting advantages. A strategic opening repertoire compiled by julioguzman. The result, a strategic opening repertoire, was an instant success. Not so long the idea of writing a comprehensive opening. A strategic chess opening repertoire for white watson.
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