A Complete Guide to the Grivas Sicilian
A Complete Guide to the Grivas Sicilian

Author: Efstratios Grivas

Publisher: Gambit Publications

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781904600367

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This book is in every way a definitive guide: Efstratios Grivas provides the inside story on a variation of the Sicilian Defence that he has worked for more than 20 years to perfect, and which rightly bears his name. The Grivas Sicilian (1 e4 c5 2 Nf3 Nc6 3 d4 cxd4 4 Nxd4 Qb6) has proved itself sound and reliable in practice, but is also far less well investigated than most Sicilian systems. This gives it an extra sting in practice, which readers will be able to use to their advantage over the board - it is most unlikely that their opponents will have a well-worked-out response ready. The Grivas Sicilian generally leads to positions akin to the Scheveningen, but with some subtle differences. Grivas explains these subtleties at length, helping readers to exploit all their chances to seize the initiative.

Modern Chess Planning
Modern Chess Planning

Author: Efstratios Grivas

Publisher: Gambit Publications

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781904600688

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Good planning is central to good chess. A plan gives meaning to maneuvers and tactical devices, forming a coherent whole that brings us closer to our goals. The modern understanding of chess planning has evolved considerably since the days of the grand plan, whereby a player might even try to map out the whole course of the game. Nowadays, top-class players appreciate that the opponent's ideas also deserve respect, and our own plans must take them into account too. Modern grandmasters plan with great purpose but also flexibly, ready to adjust or even change direction completely when the situation demands it. Grivas provides 75 superb practical examples where it is important to make the right plan. Once the critical position is reached, he guides you through the options and challenges you to find the right path. Detailed solutions are provided, with a full discussion of the pros and cons of the various options.

The Complete C3 Sicilian
The Complete C3 Sicilian

Author: Evgenny Sveshnikov

Publisher: New In Chess,Csi

Published: 2010-11-16

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9789056913298

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Generally recognized as the world's greatest expert on the c3 Sicilian, Russian grandmaster Evgeny Sveshnikov has written the definitive book on this fascinating opening. Sveshnikov covers all lines of the c3 (or Alapin) Sicilian and explains the history, the basic ideas and the latest developments from recent grandmaster practice. With hundreds of games, accessibly explained, and many exercises. A special and attractive feature is a listing of ?opening catastrophes? in the c3 Sicilian. A magnificent, up-to-date, clear-headed and well-structured book.

Beating the Fianchetto Defences
Beating the Fianchetto Defences

Author: Efstratios Grivas

Publisher: Gambit Publications

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781904600480

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Grivas provides a full and detailed repertoire for White against five important openings: the Grünfeld, King's Indian, Benoni, Benko and Modern. In each case, he has recommended a line in which he has a wealth of experience, and has played a significant personal role in developing over many years. The recommendations are geared towards posing Black unconventional problems: your opponents will not be able to churn out lengthy memorized variations, but will need to solve problems at the board in positions that are somewhat different in character from those normally reached in these openings. Grivas has also chosen the repertoire so that it forms a seamless whole, and will fit alongside an English or Réti move-order, in addition to a standard 1 d4 repertoire.

The Modernized Sveshnikov
The Modernized Sveshnikov

Author: Ris

Publisher: Modernized

Published: 2020-09-22

Total Pages: 336

ISBN-13: 9789492510839

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The Sveshnikov is undeniably one of the most dynamic and aggressive Sicilians available these days. Most recently, it was made popular again by World Champion Magnus Carlsen in his match against Fabiano Caruana at the end of 2018. The main lines lead to complex positions, and a deep knowledge and understanding of the opening is a real necessity for any player who wishes to enter this battlefield. Our author, Robert Ris, focuses on all the current developments, highlighting the most important and instructive games from recent years, using his own over-the board experiences. Ris is well known for his theoretical knowledge and overall opening expertise. And we are quite convinced that he provides Sicilian players with an up-to date arsenal for playing the Sveshnikov.

The Modernized Najdorf
The Modernized Najdorf

Author: Pavlovic Milos

Publisher: Fighters Repertoire

Published: 2018-12-23

Total Pages: 308

ISBN-13: 9789492510389

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The Najdorf is one of the most respected variations of the Sicilian Defence. Over decades it has remained a sound yet attacking weapon in the hands of the world's finest players including several world champions. Join Robert James Fischer, Kasparov, Anand, Topalov, MVL and legions of club players by playing for a win with Black using the Najdorf. Expert and Grandmaster Milos Pavlovic will be your practical and honest guide in this fifth book for Thinkers Publishing.

The Sicilian Taimanov
The Sicilian Taimanov

Author: Antonios Pavlidis

Publisher: Quality Chess

Published: 2019-06-05

Total Pages: 480

ISBN-13: 9781784830588

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The Sicilian Taimanov arises after the opening moves 1.e4 c5 2.Nf3 e6 3.d4 cxd4 4.Nxd4 Nc6, and is an ideal weapon for Black in the modern era. It is theoretically sound, and strikes a perfect balance between solidity and dynamic counterattacking potential, making it a popular choice among club players and top grandmasters alike. Pavlidis shares top-class analysis as well as expert knowledge gained from his many years of experience with the Taimanov.

Practical Endgame Play - Mastering the Basics
Practical Endgame Play - Mastering the Basics

Author: Efstratios Grivas

Publisher:

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781857445565

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A comprehensive guide to all fundamental chess endings, and a godsend for those looking to improve their endgame play. Crucially, the emphasis is just as much on practical play as it is on theoretical understanding.