Petroff Defence (Everyman Chess)

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Explore one of Black’s most reliable defenses against the king’s pawn opening with this guide to the Petroff Defence. Counterattacking as early as move two, Black can sidestep the Italian Game and the Ruy Lopez. The Petroff is characterized by an early breach of a central file and active piece play for both sides. Once favored by a select group of Grandmasters, the Petroff Defence has seen a surge in popularity, now featuring in many top-level encounters. This increased prominence is expected to translate into greater popularity at the club level. In this book, openings experts Alexander Raetsky and Maxim Chetverik delve into the typical plans and tactics for both White and Black within this complex opening. Through illustrative games, they offer contemporary coverage of a line that has undergone significant evolution in the last decade. Written by renowned opening theoreticians, this resource is ideal for club and tournament players. It covers all main lines and provides comprehensive information to play the opening with confidence.

About the Author

Alexander Raetsky, a Russian International Master and seasoned tournament competitor, is also a gifted writer. His insightful contributions have graced the pages of the esteemed Russian magazine 64 and the globally recognized publication New In Chess. Raetsky’s debut for Everyman, Meeting 1 e4, garnered significant acclaim from the chess community. Maxim Chetverik, a Russian FIDE Master, is a celebrated theoretician in chess openings. He previously collaborated with Raetsky on Everyman’s successful publication, English…e5.

9781857443783 ISBN
9781857443783 ISBN
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