| First Steps: The Scandinavian Contributor(s): Lakdawala, Cyrus (Author) |
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ISBN: 1781944547 ISBN-13: 9781781944547 Publisher: Everyman Chess OUR PRICE: $23.70 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: December 2017 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Games & Activities | Chess |
| Physical Information: 0.6" H x 6.7" W x 9.4" (0.80 lbs) 224 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The Scandinavian (also known as the Centre Counter Defence) occurs when Black meets White's 1 e4 with 1 ... d5, immediately countering in the centre. White invariably continues with 2 exd5 when Black can choose between two systems, both of which are covered in this book. Firstly 2 ... Qxd5, which regains the pawn immediately but exposes the black queen early on - a feature that complicates the play for both players. Secondly 2 ... Nf6, which invites White to risk attempting to hold onto the d5-pawn. If White goes down this path then a complex tactical struggle can easily develop. First Steps is a new opening series and is ideal for improving players who want simple and straightforward explanations. |