openings

"During a chess match, your opening strategy can determine how the rest of the game will go--but how do you know which strategy to use? Learn the most effective tactics, master five key opening principles, and become a worthy opponent with this beginner-friendly guide to the top twenty-five openers, from the Ruy Lo?pez to the Slav Defense"--Back cover.

The English is a sophisticated and popular opeing system that is suitable for all types of players and can lead t both positional and tactical middlegames.

The King's Indian is one of the most exciting defences in chess and is favoured by ambitious and aggressive players. This book includes numerous notes, tips, warnings and exercises to help the imporving player, while important strategies, ideas and tactics for both sides are clearly illustrated.