Shaw: Playing 1.e4 Vol.2 Spielmaterial completing the journey begun in

completing the journey begun in volume 1

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Over a number of years I have played various different lines of the opening with both colours and analysed it both individually and in cooperation with many well-known grandmasters

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Shaw: Playing 1.e4 Vol.2 Spielmaterial completing the journey begun inDeveloping an effective repertoire with 1. e4 requires extensive research, mixed with fine judgement and a good deal of creativity. In this, the second of three volumes, GM John Shaw turns the analytical spotlight on the French Defence, advocating his own favourite weapon for White, the Tarrasch Variation. The final part of the book begins the mammoth task of tackling the Sicilian Defence, by considering a number of rare but tricky options available