{"product_id":"mcdonald-the-king-s-indian-attack-move-by-move","title":"McDonald: King's Indian Attack: Move by Move","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMaster the King's Indian Attack: A Complete Opening System for White\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKing's Indian Attack: Move by Move by Grandmaster Neil McDonald offers a thorough examination of one of White's most flexible opening systems. The King's Indian Attack provides practical players with a coherent repertoire choice that avoids heavy theoretical preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis opening system works across multiple move orders and adapts to Black's most common defences. McDonald explains the strategic ideas behind White's setup and identifies the strongest continuations in key positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuited to improving players seeking a reliable White repertoire, the book combines theoretical guidance with strategic understanding to build lasting opening knowledge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComprehensive coverage of King's Indian Attack variations and move orders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrategic principles and middlegame ideas explained for each setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack's best defensive resources and how White counters them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMove-by-move analysis of critical positions and decision points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepertoire-building guidance for consistent opening preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten by a Grandmaster with practical tournament experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA practical opening system that rewards understanding over memorization.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the main strategic ideas behind the King's Indian Attack?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe King's Indian Attack is built around a flexible setup featuring fianchettoing the kingside bishop, centralization with e4 or c4, and control of key central squares. McDonald explains how White adapts this plan based on Black's move order and setup, providing players with a coherent strategic framework rather than rigid lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor which playing strength is this book suitable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book is designed for improving players and chess students with a playing strength around 1600–1800 Elo. It balances theoretical depth with practical understanding, making it accessible to ambitious players who want to build a solid opening repertoire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the book cover how to handle different Black defences?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. McDonald examines Black's best defensive options against the King's Indian Attack and provides White with concrete continuations and strategic plans for each setup. The book addresses all major move orders and defensive attempts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Everyman Chess","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44924035727680,"sku":"00400-2","price":24.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/8415\/3664\/files\/MBMKingsIndianAttack.jpg?v=1784661340","url":"https:\/\/chess-tigers.de\/products\/mcdonald-the-king-s-indian-attack-move-by-move","provider":"Chess Tigers Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}