Hansen: Back to Basics: Openings Bestseller and so is an ideal

and so is an ideal choice for those who are looking to win as either colour

The Modern French presents the ambitious black player with an innovative and reliable repertoire

and technical endgame ability) are of course of great importance

including two on the opening for the Chess for Kids series

Simple tactics

Hansen: Back to Basics: Openings Bestseller and so is an idealBecause of the sheer volume of variations, possible transpositions and ever changing theory, chess openings can be overwhelming even intimidating. This book is an introduction to understanding and playing chess openings. The author, Danish Master Carsten Hansen, stresses opening play based on comprehending opening principles as well as useful, fundamental knowledge. With an overview of all the most important opening variations, examples of good and