The Berlin Defence Unraveled: A Straightforward Guide for Black and White

The Berlin Defence Unraveled: A Straightforward Guide for Black and White

The Berlin Defence has been a highly popular opening in top level chess ever since Vladimir Kramnik famously used it in the 2000 World Championship match to wrest the title from Garry Kasparov.Club players often hesitate to include the Berlin in their repertoire because they see the typical Berlin Wall endgame as complex and daunting. International Master Luis Bernal has unraveled the Berlin and made it accessible for amateur players. His practical guide is fully up to date, explains typical formations and strategies, and presents new ideas and resources in the old Berlin Wall structures. But today, the Berlin is much more than just the Wall. Bernal systematically leads you through the labyrinth of the various modern Anti-Berlins with their constant flow of new ideas. He also presents a number of tricky sidelines that could catch your opponent off guard.This no-nonsense, state-of-the-art guide finally brings this important chess opening within reach of club players. With clear explanations, concise conclusions and didactic exercises.Luis Javier Bernal (1971) is an International Master from Spain, an experienced chess trainer and a well-known journalist.CHESS Magazine (UK): "These days White often dodges the main line, not least with 4.d3, and here Bernals coverage is especially up to date, while also including at times some slightly offbeat counters."Heins Daubler, Der Neue Tag Newspaper: "The claim of unraveling the Berlin is completely justified (..) An extremely instructive and clear-cut work."  Glenn Flear, author of 'Starting Out: the Open Games':The book is classy. Luis Bernal investigates the latest theoretical developments, but hasn't skimped on explanation. He covers with equal verve both sidelines and cutting-edge variations with enough detail to get the message across, but without over-stuffing the notes (..) A rich tapestry of ideas, drama, and humour (..) It's an excellent example of an author giving the reader essential information, rather than propaganda.

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The Berlin Defence by Michael Roiz (twarda okładka)

The Berlin Defence by Michael Roiz (twarda okładka)

Wersja językowa - angielska. Expected Release Late August/Early September 2021 Every player who meets 1.e4 with 1...e5 needs a reliable response to the Ruy Lopez, and The Berlin Defence is an ideal solution. Ever since Vladimir Kramnik used the Berlin to shut down Garry Kasparovs best efforts in their 2000 World Championship match, practically all of the worlds top players have successfully incorporated the Berlin Wall into their repertoires.GM Michael Roiz presents a complete repertoire for Black after 1

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The Berlin Defence by Michael Roiz (miękka okładka)

The Berlin Defence by Michael Roiz (miękka okładka)

Wersja językowa - angielska. Expected Release Late August/Early September 2021 Every player who meets 1.e4 with 1...e5 needs a reliable response to the Ruy Lopez, and The Berlin Defence is an ideal solution. Ever since Vladimir Kramnik used the Berlin to shut down Garry Kasparovs best efforts in their 2000 World Championship match, practically all of the worlds top players have successfully incorporated the Berlin Wall into their repertoires.GM Michael Roiz presents a complete repertoire for Black after 1

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Yearbook 120: Chess Opening News (HC)

Yearbook 120: Chess Opening News (HC)

ForumThe Forum Section features new theoretical contributions by, among others, Ian Nepomniachtchi, Evegni Najer, Karsten Müller, Frank Erwich and A.C. van der Tak.ColumnsIn his column Repertoire Building with Benjamin, the American GM continues his treatment of the highly important position type with an isolated queens pawn.In Kuzmins Harvest, Alexey Kuzmin explains Vladimir Kramniks Opening Philosophy.ReviewsGlenn Flear reviews three new books: Bologan's Ruy Lopez for Black (New In Chess), The Taimanov

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Yearbook 120: Chess Opening News

Yearbook 120: Chess Opening News

ForumThe Forum Section features new theoretical contributions by, among others, Ian Nepomniachtchi, Evegni Najer, Karsten Müller, Frank Erwich and A.C. van der Tak.ColumnsIn his column Repertoire Building with Benjamin, the American GM continues his treatment of the highly important position type with an isolated queens pawn.In Kuzmins Harvest, Alexey Kuzmin explains Vladimir Kramniks Opening Philosophy.ReviewsGlenn Flear reviews three new books: Bologan's Ruy Lopez for Black (New In Chess), The Taimanov

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Yearbook 123 hardcover: Chess Opening News

Yearbook 123 hardcover: Chess Opening News

New In Chess Yearbook, which appears four times a year, contains the latest news in chess openings. Each issue brings you dozens of new ideas on the cutting edge of modern chess opening theory. The Yearbook not only covers the latest fashions, but also offers fresh insights into underrated gambits, rare continuations, and almost forgotten weapons.1.e4 openingsSicilian Defence - Najdorf Variation 6.Bg5 - OlthofSicilian Defence - Najdorf Variation 6.Be3 - TimmanSicilian Defence - Najdorf Variation 6.h3 - Sz

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Yearbook 123: Chess Opening News

Yearbook 123: Chess Opening News

New In Chess Yearbook, which appears four times a year, contains the latest news in chess openings. Each issue brings you dozens of new ideas on the cutting edge of modern chess opening theory. The Yearbook not only covers the latest fashions, but also offers fresh insights into underrated gambits, rare continuations, and almost forgotten weapons.1.e4 openingsSicilian Defence - Najdorf Variation 6.Bg5 - OlthofSicilian Defence - Najdorf Variation 6.Be3 - TimmanSicilian Defence - Najdorf Variation 6.h3 - Sz

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Grandmaster Repertoire 15 - The French Defence Volume Two (twarda okładka) by Emanuel Berg

Grandmaster Repertoire 15 - The French Defence Volume Two (twarda okładka) by Emanuel Berg

The French Defence is one of the most popular and reliable responses to 1.e4. Grandmaster Repertoire 15 – The French Defence 2 covers the most critical variation of the Winawer, which occurs after the opening moves 1.e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.Nc3 Bb4 4.e5 c5 5.a3 Bxc3† 6.bxc3 Ne7 7.Qg4. This volume presents three contrasting ways of meeting Whites aggressive opening system: 7...cxd4 leading to the notorious Winawer Poisoned Pawn; 7...0–0 8.Bd3 f5, a solid yet strategically complex system; and 7...0–0 8.Bd3 Nb

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Yearbook 128: McShane paints the Ruy Lopez in KID Colours

Yearbook 128: McShane paints the Ruy Lopez in KID Colours

New In Chess Yearbook, which appears four times a year, contains the latest new in chess openings.Each issue brings you dozens of new ideas on the cutting edge of modern chess opening theory.The Yearbook not only covers the latest fashions, but also offers fresh insights into underrated gambits, rare continuations, and almost forgotten weapons.1.e4 openings- Sicilian Defence - Najdorf Variation 6.Bg5 - Ponomariov- Sicilian Defence - Accelerated Dragon 5.c4 - Gutman- Sicilian Defence - Four Knights Variati

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Yearbook 128 hardcover: McShane paints the Ruy Lopez in KID Colours

Yearbook 128 hardcover: McShane paints the Ruy Lopez in KID Colours

New In Chess Yearbook, which appears four times a year, contains the latest new in chess openings.Each issue brings you dozens of new ideas on the cutting edge of modern chess opening theory.The Yearbook not only covers the latest fashions, but also offers fresh insights into underrated gambits, rare continuations, and almost forgotten weapons.1.e4 openings- Sicilian Defence - Najdorf Variation 6.Bg5 - Ponomariov- Sicilian Defence - Accelerated Dragon 5.c4 - Gutman- Sicilian Defence - Four Knights Variati

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Grandmaster Repertoire 15 - The French Defence Volume Two by Emanuel Berg (miękka okładka)

Grandmaster Repertoire 15 - The French Defence Volume Two by Emanuel Berg (miękka okładka)

Wersja językowa książki: angielska.  Miękka okładka.The French Defence is one of the most popular and reliable responses to 1.e4. Grandmaster Repertoire 15 – The French Defence 2 covers the most critical variation of the Winawer, which occurs after the opening moves 1.e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.Nc3 Bb4 4.e5 c5 5.a3 Bxc3† 6.bxc3 Ne7 7.Qg4. This volume presents three contrasting ways of meeting Whites aggressive opening system: 7...cxd4 leading to the notorious Winawer Poisoned Pawn; 7...0–0 8.Bd3 f5, a solid yet stra

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Grandmaster Repertoire 14 - The French Defence Volume One (twarda okładka) by Emanuel Berg

Grandmaster Repertoire 14 - The French Defence Volume One (twarda okładka) by Emanuel Berg

 The French Defence is one of the most popular and reliable responses to 1.e4. Black invites his opponent to gain space in the centre, with the intention of undermining the enemy position and launching a counterattack. Although the amount of theory has expanded in recent years, the French often leads to positions where positional and strategic understanding prove more relevant than long sequences of computer-generated moves.Grandmaster Repertoire 14 - The French Defence 1 introduces the Winawer Variation

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Yearbook 126: Chess Opening News

Yearbook 126: Chess Opening News

New In Chess Yearbook, which appears four times a year, contains the latest new in chess openings.Each issue brings you dozens of new ideas on the cutting edge of modern chess opening theory.The Yearbook not only covers the latest fashions, but also offers fresh insights into underrated gambits, rare continuations, and almost forgotten weapons.1.e4 openings- Sicilian Defence - Moscow Variation 3...Nd7 - Szabo- Sicilian Defence - Dragon Variation 10.Bb3 - Adorjan/Vegh- Sicilian Defence - Rossolimo Variatio

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Yearbook 127: Caruana crushes Winawer with 9.h4!? from YB 126

Yearbook 127: Caruana crushes Winawer with 9.h4!? from YB 126

New In Chess Yearbook, which appears four times a year, contains the latest new in chess openings.Each issue brings you dozens of new ideas on the cutting edge of modern chess opening theory.The Yearbook not only covers the latest fashions, but also offers fresh insights into underrated gambits, rare continuations, and almost forgotten weapons.1.e4 openings- Sicilian Defence - Early Divergences 3.Nc3 Nf6 4.e5 - Fogarasi- Sicilian Defence - Moscow Variation 3...Nd7 - Pijpers- Sicilian Defence - Dragon Vari

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Yearbook 127 hardcover: Caruana crushes Winawer with 9.h4!? from YB 126

Yearbook 127 hardcover: Caruana crushes Winawer with 9.h4!? from YB 126

New In Chess Yearbook, which appears four times a year, contains the latest new in chess openings.Each issue brings you dozens of new ideas on the cutting edge of modern chess opening theory.The Yearbook not only covers the latest fashions, but also offers fresh insights into underrated gambits, rare continuations, and almost forgotten weapons.1.e4 openings- Sicilian Defence - Early Divergences 3.Nc3 Nf6 4.e5 - Fogarasi- Sicilian Defence - Moscow Variation 3...Nd7 - Pijpers- Sicilian Defence - Dragon Vari

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Yearbook 126 hardcover: Chess Opening News

Yearbook 126 hardcover: Chess Opening News

New In Chess Yearbook, which appears four times a year, contains the latest new in chess openings.Each issue brings you dozens of new ideas on the cutting edge of modern chess opening theory.The Yearbook not only covers the latest fashions, but also offers fresh insights into underrated gambits, rare continuations, and almost forgotten weapons.Magnus Carlsen's openings, a special report by Jan Timman1.e4 openings- Sicilian Defence - Moscow Variation 3...Nd7 - Szabo- Sicilian Defence - Dragon Variation 10.

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