How to Defend in Chess - Softcover

Crouch, Colin

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1857442504 ISBN 13: 9781857442502

Publisher: Everyman Chess, 2000

Synopsis

This work points out that many points are gained in chess by good, resourceful defensive play, and sets out to fill a gap in the literature to that effect. Defence basics are explained, and the author offers an in-depth look at how the all-time greats have fended off attack.

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From the Back Cover

Many books discuss how to attack in chess, but good, resourceful defensive play is also a vital ingredient in competitive success. However, this is an area largely neglected in the literature of the game. This book fills the gap admirably, by explaining the basics of defending against direct offensives, and taking an in-depth look at how the all-time greats have fended off their opponents' attacks. Following a survey of general defensive methods in chess, Dr. Crouch investigates the defensive techniques of World Champions Emanuel Lasker and Tigran Petrosian. Despite their vastly different styles, Lasker and Petrosian were both highly effective defenders. Lasker would place myriad practical obstacles in the opponent's way, and was a master of the counterattack. Petrosian developed Nimzowitsch's theories of prophylaxis to a new level. His opponents would find that 'somehow' their attacking chances had been nullified long before they could become reality. (5 5/8 x 8 1/4, 224 pages, illustrations)

Edition details

• Publisher: Everyman Chess
• Publication date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1857442504
• ISBN 13: 9781857442502
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 192