Insightful manual by noted grandmaster offers detailed insights into the real significance of the opening. 30 games are analyzed between such masters as Petrosian and Korchnoi, Karpov and Kasparov, Gligoric and Kaplan, and more, showing how strategic themes of the opening are carried through all applicable phases of the game. Intermediate-level.
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How to Play the Chess Openings by Eugene Znosko-Borovsky Clear, profound examinations of just what each opening is intended to do and how opponent can counter. Many sample games.
How to Beat Bobby Fischer by Edmar Mednis Examines the rare defeats of a legendary player. 61 losing battles hold valuable lessons for all players, and text-and-diagram analyses offer a fascinating look at strategy, tactics.
