{"product_id":"ntirlis-win-with-the-english-playing-the-english-2nd-edition","title":"Ntirlis: Win with the English! - Playing the English 2nd Edition (paperback)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBuild a Winning 1.c4 Repertoire with the English Opening\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWin with the English! by Nikolaos Ntirlis is a comprehensive guide to playing the English Opening (1.c4), one of the most practical opening choices for players seeking to control the game from move one. This second edition refines and expands the highly praised first volume, offering updated move orders, closed gaps, and sharper practical approaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe English Opening rewards understanding over memorisation. Rather than relying on computer analysis, players learn the strategic themes and plans that guide winning play across a wide range of Black defences—from the Reversed Dragon and Hedgehog to the King's Indian and Grünfeld.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for club players and aspiring professionals alike, this book equips players of intermediate to advanced strength with a complete 1.c4 repertoire grounded in practical, battle-tested ideas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete 1.c4 repertoire covering all major Black defences and move-order nuances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrategic focus on themes and plans rather than rote memorisation of variations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefined and expanded second edition with improved move orders and sharper practical directions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovers Reversed Dragon, Hedgehog, Double Fianchetto, King's Indian, Grünfeld, Queen's Indian, Neo-Catalan, and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten by a correspondence master and experienced opening advisor to top players\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUses figurine algebraic notation (FAN) for clear, language-independent analysis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn ideal choice for players ready to master a flexible, long-term opening weapon that rewards understanding and practical play.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Black defences does this book cover?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe repertoire covers all major 1.c4 responses, including the Reversed Dragon, Reversed Rossolimo, Pure and Impure Symmetry lines, Hedgehog, Double Fianchetto, King's Indian, Grünfeld, Queen's Indian, Slav-Grünfeld, Neo-Catalan, and the Dutch. This ensures White has practical solutions to every Black system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the second edition differ from the first (Playing the English, 2023)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe new edition refines move orders, fills analytical gaps, and steers play toward even more practical and potent positions. The core ideas and best explanations from the original remain, but with enhanced fine-tuning throughout to strengthen White's practical chances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this book focused on memorisation or understanding?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book emphasises strategic themes and plans over computer-generated analysis. The English Opening is portrayed as a practical weapon where understanding positions and recognising ideas matters more than memorising endless variations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quality Chess","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57813506883966,"sku":"97827","price":29.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/8415\/3664\/files\/win-with-the-english-ntirlis.jpg?v=1786039808","url":"https:\/\/chess-tigers.de\/en\/products\/ntirlis-win-with-the-english-playing-the-english-2nd-edition","provider":"Chess Tigers Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}