{"product_id":"schandorff-playing-the-caro-kann-a-counter-attacking-repertoire","title":"Schandorff: Playing the Caro-Kann - A Counter-attacking Repertoire","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBuild a Solid Black Repertoire Against 1.e4 with the Caro-Kann\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlaying the Caro-Kann by Danish Grandmaster Lars Schandorff presents a complete opening repertoire for Black against 1.e4 c6. This 2021 work replaces Schandorff's earlier treatment of the opening and incorporates decades of theoretical progress and practical experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is aimed at intermediate to advanced players seeking a reliable defence that combines solidity with counter-attacking chances. Rather than a revision of earlier material, this is an entirely new repertoire built on current opening theory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete Black repertoire after 1.e4 c6, covering the Classical Variation (2.d4 d5) and the Advance Variation (3.e5 lines) with practical continuations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep positional explanations alongside computer-aided analysis, showing the typical plans and key squares for both sides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstructively annotated games that illustrate opening ideas in realistic middlegame positions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoverage of main lines and side variations, providing guidance for navigating complex theoretical positions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBy an author renowned for opening preparation and clear, practical presentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA practical and thorough resource for players ready to master the Caro-Kann as a primary weapon against 1.e4.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does this book differ from Schandorff's earlier Grandmaster Repertoire on the Caro-Kann?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a completely new repertoire, not a revision of the 2010 edition. It incorporates over a decade of theoretical development and represents Schandorff's updated approach to the opening, with fresh analysis and modern continuations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich Caro-Kann lines does the book cover?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book focuses on 1.e4 c6 2.d4 d5, including the Classical Variation (3.Nc3 and 3.Nd2) and the Advance Variation (3.e5), along with the resulting positions after typical exchanges and piece recaptures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this book suitable for intermediate players, or is it aimed only at advanced players?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book is designed for intermediate to advanced players interested in building a complete opening system. It combines theoretical depth with clear positional explanations, making it accessible to ambitious club players while offering material of interest to stronger players.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quality Chess","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57972165149054,"sku":"9781784831165","price":29.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/8415\/3664\/files\/playing-the-caro-kann-schandorff.jpg?v=1788559393","url":"https:\/\/chess-tigers.de\/products\/schandorff-playing-the-caro-kann-a-counter-attacking-repertoire","provider":"Chess Tigers Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}