Artikelnummer
LOOKHTEFMCV
Autor
The Exchange French Monte Carlo Variation
in Theory & Practice
224 Seiten, kartoniert, Russell Enterprises, 1. Auflage 2026
Vorübergehend ausverkauft
Are You Ready for a Strong, Dynamic Line against the French?
For some reason, many chessplayers feel a little uncomfortable when facing the French Defense. They search for active lines against this popular black reply to 1.e4. The Monte Carlo Variation of the French might be just what fits the bill.
The line begins 1.e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.exd5 exd5 4.c4. It is worth mentioning that many other openings, including such diverse ones as the Queen’s Gambit Accepted, the English, the Petroff, etc., may also reach this position. The author, Ukrainian-French Grandmaster Vladimir Okhotnik, has had this variation in his repertoire for over 50 years and, by his own count, has played it in more than 200 serious tournament games. He now shares his extensive experience in this line.
For the most part, the Monte Carlo Variation has not been covered very well in chess literature. In fact, this is the first book devoted exclusively to this variation. Thorough coverage of positional concepts as well as tactical prospects make this a must-read for both Black (how to navigate the narrow path to equality) and White (how to maximize the pressure on the opponent). If you are looking for a strong, dynamic line against the French, go exploring with the author and look no more.
About the Author
Ukrainian-French Grandmaster Vladimir Okhotnik won the Ukrainian Championship in 1979. He has won the World Senior Championship twice. Previous books include Carpathian Warrior, vols 1 & 2., It Is Never Too Late to Become a Grandmaster and The Modernised Barry Attack. This is his first book for Russell Enterprises.
For some reason, many chessplayers feel a little uncomfortable when facing the French Defense. They search for active lines against this popular black reply to 1.e4. The Monte Carlo Variation of the French might be just what fits the bill.
The line begins 1.e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.exd5 exd5 4.c4. It is worth mentioning that many other openings, including such diverse ones as the Queen’s Gambit Accepted, the English, the Petroff, etc., may also reach this position. The author, Ukrainian-French Grandmaster Vladimir Okhotnik, has had this variation in his repertoire for over 50 years and, by his own count, has played it in more than 200 serious tournament games. He now shares his extensive experience in this line.
For the most part, the Monte Carlo Variation has not been covered very well in chess literature. In fact, this is the first book devoted exclusively to this variation. Thorough coverage of positional concepts as well as tactical prospects make this a must-read for both Black (how to navigate the narrow path to equality) and White (how to maximize the pressure on the opponent). If you are looking for a strong, dynamic line against the French, go exploring with the author and look no more.
About the Author
Ukrainian-French Grandmaster Vladimir Okhotnik won the Ukrainian Championship in 1979. He has won the World Senior Championship twice. Previous books include Carpathian Warrior, vols 1 & 2., It Is Never Too Late to Become a Grandmaster and The Modernised Barry Attack. This is his first book for Russell Enterprises.
| EAN | 9781963885286 |
|---|---|
| Gewicht | 300 g |
| Hersteller | Russell Enterprises |
| Breite | 15,2 cm |
| Höhe | 22,9 cm |
| Medium | Buch |
| Erscheinungsjahr | 2026 |
| Autor | Vladimir Okhotnik |
| Sprache | Englisch |
| Auflage | 1 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1-963885-28-6 |
| Seiten | 224 |
| Einband | kartoniert |
| Name | Russell Enterprises |
|---|---|
| Adresse | 234 Depot Road Milford, CT 06460 USA |
| Internet | www.Russell-Enterprises.com |
| hwr@russell-enterprises.com |
Verantwortlicher Importeur:
| Name | Schachversand Niggemann |
|---|---|
| Adresse | Schadowstraße 5 48163 Münster Deutschland |
| info@schachversand.de | |
| Internet | www.schachversand.de |
006 From the Author
014 Chapter 1) 1.e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.exd5 exd5 4.c4 dxc4 5.Bxc4 Nc6 6.Nf3 Bb4+ 7.Nc3 Nf6
022 Chapter 2) 1.e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.exd5 exd5 4.c4 dxc4 5.Bxc4 Nf6 6.Qb3!
039 Chapter 3) 1.e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.exd5 exd5 4.c4 dxc4 5.Bxc4 Bd6 6.Nf3 Nf6
091 Chapter 4) 1.e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.exd5 exd5 4.c4 Nf6
117 Chapter 5) 1.e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.exd5 exd5 4.c4 Nf6 5.Nc3 Bb4 6.Nf3 0-0
141 Chapter 6) 1.e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.exd5 exd5 4.c4 Nf6 5.Nc3 Be7 6.cxd5
196 Chapter 7) 1.e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.exd5 exd5 4.c4 Bb4+ 5.Nc3 Qe7+ 6.Be2!
205 Chapter 8) 1.e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.exd5 exd5 4.c4 Bb4+ 5.Nc3 Ne7 6.Nf3
224 Bibliography
224 Signs & Symbols
014 Chapter 1) 1.e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.exd5 exd5 4.c4 dxc4 5.Bxc4 Nc6 6.Nf3 Bb4+ 7.Nc3 Nf6
022 Chapter 2) 1.e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.exd5 exd5 4.c4 dxc4 5.Bxc4 Nf6 6.Qb3!
039 Chapter 3) 1.e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.exd5 exd5 4.c4 dxc4 5.Bxc4 Bd6 6.Nf3 Nf6
091 Chapter 4) 1.e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.exd5 exd5 4.c4 Nf6
117 Chapter 5) 1.e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.exd5 exd5 4.c4 Nf6 5.Nc3 Bb4 6.Nf3 0-0
141 Chapter 6) 1.e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.exd5 exd5 4.c4 Nf6 5.Nc3 Be7 6.cxd5
196 Chapter 7) 1.e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.exd5 exd5 4.c4 Bb4+ 5.Nc3 Qe7+ 6.Be2!
205 Chapter 8) 1.e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.exd5 exd5 4.c4 Bb4+ 5.Nc3 Ne7 6.Nf3
224 Bibliography
224 Signs & Symbols
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