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Discovering Chess Openings
John Emms
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Description for Discovering Chess Openings
Paperback. Argues that studying openings doesn't have to be hard work at all. Here, the reader is guided through the vital themes: swift development, central control and king safety. This book helps readers to recreate and discover opening theory, giving them the opportunity to choose the most suitable lines to play in their games. Num Pages: 248 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: WDMG1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 154 x 229 x 17. Weight in Grams: 388.
In Discovering Chess Openings John Emms argues that studying openings doesn't have to be hard work - it can be both enjoyable and enlightening. The key to successful opening play is not simply learning lines off by heart; instead it's the understanding of the basic principles, and here the reader is guided through the vital themes: swift development, central control and king safety.
In Discovering Chess Openings John Emms argues that studying openings doesn't have to be hard work - it can be both enjoyable and enlightening. The key to successful opening play is not simply learning lines off by heart; instead it's the understanding of the basic principles, and here the reader is guided through the vital themes: swift development, central control and king safety.
Product Details
Publisher
Everyman Chess United Kingdom
Number of pages
248
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Condition
New
Number of Pages
192
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781857444193
SKU
V9781857444193
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 4 to 8 working days
Ref
99-11
About John Emms
John Emms is one of Britain's strongest Grandmasters and has represented England in numerous team tournaments, including Chess Olympiads. He is also a renowned coach who has worked with many top junior and senior players. Previous works for Everyman Chess include Simple Chess and Concise Chess, while he is also a co-author of the very popular openings encyclopaedia Nunn's Chess ... Read more
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