{"product_id":"a-strategic-chess-opening-repertoire-for-white-paperback","title":"A Strategic Chess Opening Repertoire for White - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJohn Watson\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuch has been the acclaim for John Watson's ground-breaking works on modern chess strategy and his insightful opening books, that it is only natural that he now presents a strategic opening repertoire. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIt is the chess-player's holy grail: a flexible repertoire that gives opponents real problems but doesn't require masses of memorization or continual study of ever-changing grandmaster theory. While this book can't quite promise all of that, Watson offers an intriguing selection of lines that give vast scope for over-the-board creativity and should never lead to a dull draw. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe repertoire is based on 1 d4 and 2 c4, following up with methodical play in the centre. Watson uses his vast opening knowledge to pick cunning move-orders and poisonous sequences that will force opponents to think for themselves, providing a true test of chess understanding. Throughout, he discusses strategies for both sides, so readers will be fully ready to pounce on any inaccuracies, and have all the tools to decide on the most appropriate plans for White. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eInternational Master John Watson is one of the world's most respected chess authors. In 1999, his Secrets of\u003cbr\u003eModern Chess Strategy won 'Chess Book of the Year' awards in the USA and the UK. He reviews chess books\u003cbr\u003efor The Week in Chess and hosts a weekly radio show on the Internet Chess Club. His bestselling four-volume\u003cbr\u003ework Mastering the Chess Openings has reaffirmed his reputation as a perceptive and authoritative chess\u003cbr\u003eopening writer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 208\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.9 x 9.6 x 6.7 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 24, 2012\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51770033111328,"sku":"9781906454302","price":26.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/1a929a6e3efa8b16dde761e020dd60a6.webp?v=1780362831","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/a-strategic-chess-opening-repertoire-for-white-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}