Soltis: New Art of Defence in Chess topmaterial Ranging from primitive and aggressive

Ranging from primitive and aggressive to respected but tedious

Being a winner also requires a mindset that is able to cope with lots of stress and setbacks during hours of uninterrupted concentration

but they are particularly common in the opening

Chapter 14g - Anatoly Karpov

There are also a few puzzles that are marked with (=)

Soltis: New Art of Defence in Chess topmaterial Ranging from primitive and aggressiveMost chess games are not won they are lost. Many instructional chess books tell you how to improve a position when it is already (or may be) favorable. This book offers help when you definitely do not have the advantage. Every chess player needs a solid arsenal of defensive techniques. This book covers them all counterplay, when to accept sacrifices, how to anticipate short and long term threats, and how to minimise losses. It also helps you create a