Article Number
LOWATEFSFD
Author
English: Franco, Slav and Flank Defences
113 pages, paperback, Reprint, Hardinge, 2004, original edition 1981
From the series »Hardinge Simpole Chess Classics«
Discontinued
Deskriptive Notation.
Descriptive Notation.
An authoritative series: John Watson's systematic coverage of all variations of the English Opening.
U.S. International Master John Watson's classic work on the English Opening is still the only comprehensive treatment of this dependable opening, one which has always had a large following among the world's best players. Some of the finest games of modern chess, both positional and tactical, have begun with 1 P-QB4. By virtue of its extraordinary flexibility, the English can lead to unique and original positions at an early stage of the game.
Volume 4 covers the wide variety of defences to 1.P-QB4 not dealt with in the previous three volumes. A good many of these are 'Flank Defences', favouring fianchetto systems or wing attacks. Black also has the choice of a number of moves that can transpose into a standard Queen's Pawn (1.d4) or King's Pawn (1.e4) opening. This book shows that White can go his own way instead and create fascinating play in which both sides have their chances.
Watson's aim throughout has been to provide a practical balance of theory, discussion and examples. With encyclopaedic coverage and many original suggestions, this series gives the reader the ability to understand the complexities of the English Opening and to play it with confidence.
An authoritative series: John Watson's systematic coverage of all variations of the English Opening.
U.S. International Master John Watson's classic work on the English Opening is still the only comprehensive treatment of this dependable opening, one which has always had a large following among the world's best players. Some of the finest games of modern chess, both positional and tactical, have begun with 1 P-QB4. By virtue of its extraordinary flexibility, the English can lead to unique and original positions at an early stage of the game.
Volume 4 covers the wide variety of defences to 1.P-QB4 not dealt with in the previous three volumes. A good many of these are 'Flank Defences', favouring fianchetto systems or wing attacks. Black also has the choice of a number of moves that can transpose into a standard Queen's Pawn (1.d4) or King's Pawn (1.e4) opening. This book shows that White can go his own way instead and create fascinating play in which both sides have their chances.
Watson's aim throughout has been to provide a practical balance of theory, discussion and examples. With encyclopaedic coverage and many original suggestions, this series gives the reader the ability to understand the complexities of the English Opening and to play it with confidence.
| EAN | 1843821478 |
|---|---|
| Weight | 180 g |
| Manufacturer | Hardinge |
| Width | 13.7 cm |
| Height | 21.5 cm |
| Medium | Book |
| Year of Publication | 2004 |
| Author | John L. Watson |
| Series | Hardinge Simpole Chess Classics |
| Language | English |
| ISBN-10 | 1843821478 |
| Year of Original Version | 1981 |
| Pages | 113 |
| Binding | paperback |
vi Acknowledgements
vii Introduction
ix Bibliography
x Symbols
1 1 ... P-K3: English-Reti Systems
2 1 ... P-KN3 and the Adorjan System
3 1 ... P-KB4; Dutch-English Formations
4 1 ... P-QB3
5 1 ... P-QN3
6 Future Chess? 1 ... P-KN4, 1 ... P-Q4, 1 ... N-QB3 etc.
Index of Variations and Transpositions
Index of Significant Games
vii Introduction
ix Bibliography
x Symbols
1 1 ... P-K3: English-Reti Systems
2 1 ... P-KN3 and the Adorjan System
3 1 ... P-KB4; Dutch-English Formations
4 1 ... P-QB3
5 1 ... P-QN3
6 Future Chess? 1 ... P-KN4, 1 ... P-Q4, 1 ... N-QB3 etc.
Index of Variations and Transpositions
Index of Significant Games