Odessky: English Defence

Autor: Odessky, Ilia
Verlag / Hersteller: Russian Chess House
Sprache: English
Buchumschlag: hardcover
Seiten: 270

Black's Answer to 1.d4: Analysis of the English Defence and the Traps after 3.e4

English Defence by Ilia Odessky, an International Master and journalist, covers the opening 1.d4 e6 2.c4 b6. The book is written for players who face 1.d4 with Black or want to prepare for this defence.

After 3.e4, White has to deal with a series of traps that Black can set early in the game. The book analyses the main variations and explains the typical mistakes White makes.

As a Repertoire book for Black, it builds the opening on theory and concrete lines. White players who open with 1.d4 can use it to prepare against this defence. It belongs to the Chess University series.

Highlights

• Analysis of 1.d4 e6 2.c4 b6 and its main variations
• Traps and pitfalls for White after 3.e4
• Opening theory for Black in the English Defence
• Repertoire for Black against 1.d4
• Preparation against the English Defence for White players
• Clear explanations of new analyses

A focused opening book on one less common defence to 1.d4.

FAQ

Which opening does the book cover?
The book covers the English Defence, the sequence 1.d4 e6 2.c4 b6. It focuses in particular on White's reply 3.e4 and the traps Black can set after it.

Is the book only useful for players with Black?
No. Players who open with 1.d4 can use the book to prepare against the English Defence. Black players who want to adopt this defence are the main target group.

Does the book contain new analyses?
Yes. The book includes many new analyses along with explanations intended to make the variations clear.