Published by Chess Enterprises, Coraopolis, PA, 1988
ISBN 10: 0931462754 ISBN 13: 9780931462757
Seller: The Book Collector, Inc. ABAA, ILAB, Fort Worth, TX, U.S.A.
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 2nd Edition. vi+127+[1 ad] pages with diagrams. Octavo (8 `1/4" x 5 1/4") bound in original publisher's pictorial rappers. Second edition. The Catalan is a chess opening where White adopts a combination of the Queen's Gambit and Réti Opening: White plays d4 and c4 and fianchettoes the white bishop on g2. A common opening sequence is 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 e6 3.g3, although the opening can arise from various move orders (see transposition). Encyclopaedia of Chess Openings (ECO) codes E01E09 are for lines with 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 e6 3.g3 d5 4.Bg2, and others are part of E00. Black has two main approaches to choose between: in the Open Catalan Black plays .dxc4 and can either try to hold on to the pawn with .b5 or give it back for extra time to free their game. In the Closed Catalan, Black does not capture on c4; their game can be somewhat cramped for a while, but is quite solid. Condition: Light edge wear else very good to fine.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Coraopolis, PA, 1986
ISBN 10: 0931462525 ISBN 13: 9780931462528
Seller: The Book Collector, Inc. ABAA, ILAB, Fort Worth, TX, U.S.A.
First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. 81 pages with diagrams. Octavo (8 1/2" x 5 1/2") bound in original publisher's pictorial wrappers. First edition. The BlackmarDiemer Gambit (or BDG) is a chess opening characterized by the moves: 1. d4 d5 2. e4 dxe4 3. Nc3 where White intends to follow up with f2f3, usually on the fourth move. White obtains a tempo and a half-open f-file in return for a pawn, and as with most gambits, White aims to achieve rapid development and active posting of his pieces in order to rapidly build up an attack at the cost of the gambit pawn. It is one of the very few gambits available to White after 1.d4. Condition: Near fine.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Inc. [1986], Coraopolis PA, 1986
ISBN 10: 0931462614 ISBN 13: 9780931462610
Seller: May Day Books, Los Altos Hills, CA, U.S.A.
Paperback. Includes index of variations and index of names in its 70 pages Not quite Very Good in wrappers; light stain on rear wrap bleeding through to last to leafs; wrappers dirty; spine sunned; marginalia to title page and pages 17, 18, 45-47, 52, 54 and 61.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Coraopolis PA, 1981
ISBN 10: 0931462126 ISBN 13: 9780931462122
Seller: May Day Books, Los Altos Hills, CA, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: Very Good in wrappers. Game Diagrams (illustrator). 39 pages.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Coraopolis, PA, 1994
ISBN 10: 0945470401 ISBN 13: 9780945470403
Seller: The Book Collector, Inc. ABAA, ILAB, Fort Worth, TX, U.S.A.
First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. 86 pages with diagrams and index. Octavo (8 1/2" x 5 1/4") bound in original publisher's pictorial wrappers. First edition. The Djin 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 e6 3.Nf3 a6 is a refreshing and interesting alternative to the Queen's Indian Defense or Bogo-Indian, and it is an exciting way to play as Black. Condition: A near fine copy.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Coraopolis, PA, 1982
ISBN 10: 0931462207 ISBN 13: 9780931462207
Seller: The Book Collector, Inc. ABAA, ILAB, Fort Worth, TX, U.S.A.
First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. 91+[1 ad] pages with diagrams and index. Octavo (8 1/4" x 5 1/4") bound in original publisher's pictorial wrappers. Translated by Jim Marfia. First edition. Alekhine's Defense, English, Marshall Attack, and more including the Urusov. Yakov Borisovich Estrin was a Russian chess International Master, International Correspondence Chess Grandmaster and world champion, chess theoretician, and writer. Condition: Heal corner bumped else better than very good.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Coraopolis, PA, 1993
ISBN 10: 0945470320 ISBN 13: 9780945470328
Seller: The Book Collector, Inc. ABAA, ILAB, Fort Worth, TX, U.S.A.
First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. 125 pages with diagrams. Octavo (8 1/2" x 5 1/4") bound in original publisher's pictorial wrappers. First edition. The Schliemann Defense is one of the most difficult and dangerous defenses in chess that Black has available. It starts with 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 f5 !!!! This is not considered a Gambit because it would be useless for White to take the pawn with 4. exf5. Passive Defense is likely to give White a bad game. So, White must counter with 4. Nc3. Condition: Near fine.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Coraopolis, PA, 1986
ISBN 10: 0931462517 ISBN 13: 9780931462511
Seller: Archer's Used and Rare Books, Inc., Kent, OH, U.S.A.
First Edition
Softcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Minor water damage to front wrapper, text unaffected. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Games & Gaming; Chess; ISBN: 0931462517. ISBN/EAN: 9780931462511. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 3555.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Coraopolis, PA, 1989
ISBN 10: 0931462959 ISBN 13: 9780931462955
Seller: The Book Collector, Inc. ABAA, ILAB, Fort Worth, TX, U.S.A.
First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. 102 pages with diagrams and index. Octavo (8 1/4" x 5) bound in original publisher's pictorial wrappers. First edition. The King's Indian Attack (or KIA), also known as the Barcza System (after Gedeon Barcza), is a chess opening system for White. The opening is not a series of specific moves, but rather a system that can be played from many different move orders. Though the KIA is often reached via 1.e4 followed by d3, Nd2 (or Qe2), Ngf3, g3, Bg2, and 0-0, it can also arise from 1.g3, 1.Nf3, or even 1.d3. Condition: Light edge wear, lightly soiled, corners gently bumped else very good.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Coraopolis, PA, 1982
ISBN 10: 0931462207 ISBN 13: 9780931462207
Paperback. Condition: Near Fine. 91 pp. Tightly bound. Spine not compromised. Text is free of markings.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Coraopolis, PA, 1989
ISBN 10: 0931462967 ISBN 13: 9780931462962
Seller: The Book Collector, Inc. ABAA, ILAB, Fort Worth, TX, U.S.A.
First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. 99+[[1 ad] pages with diagrams and index. Octavo (8 1/4" x 5 1/4") bound in original publisher's pictorial wrappers. First edition. The Modern Stonewall Dutch is an ideal opening for club players, offering Black the twin values of solidity and dynamism. The Stonewall has been tested extensively at Grandmaster level and has passed every test with flying colors. Black's set-up is sturdy and solid, but most certainly not passive. Condition: Light edge wear, lightly soiled else very good.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Coraopolis, PA, 1988
ISBN 10: 0931462444 ISBN 13: 9780931462443
Seller: The Book Collector, Inc. ABAA, ILAB, Fort Worth, TX, U.S.A.
Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 2nd Edition. 100+[2 ad] pages with diagrams. Octavo (8 1/4" x 5 1/4") bound in original publisher's illustrated wrappers. Second edition. The Gruenfeld Defense is one of the most reliable chess defenses for Black these days, and the evaluation of the Exchange Variation (4. cxd5 Nxd5 5. e4 Nxc3 6. bxc3) keeps changing all the time. There is another system for white, however, which has maintained its vitality over many years. This is the Russian System, which involves placement of the white queen at b3, where it puts pressure on the light squares. The move Qdl-b3 can be played at the fourth or fifth turn, although, as we will see, it is more advantageously employed after the g1 knight has been developed at f3. The Russian Variations are becoming more and more popular, however, as players tire of pitting home analysis against home analysis. There is every reason to believe that White can secure a small advantage by deploying his queen at b3. Many great prayers have employed this strategy, and some of their play is exhibited in the Games section of this book. This little book is designed to give you all you need to pray the white side of the Russian Variations. It includes only those lines which are best for White. Condition: Near fine.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Inc, Coraopolis PA, 1981
ISBN 10: 0931462126 ISBN 13: 9780931462122
Seller: The Book Collector, Inc. ABAA, ILAB, Fort Worth, TX, U.S.A.
First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. Game Diagrams (illustrator). 1st Edition. 39 pages with diagrams and index. Octavo (8 1/4" x 5 1/2") bound in original publisher's pictorial stapled wrappers. First edition. Here is a new surprise weapon in the venerable Spanish Game (Ruy Lopez). This is the most popular double King Pawn opening and has been analyzed for hundreds of years. It would seem to be extremely difficult to introduce a new idea on only the fourth move of this defense, but the authors demonstrate the practical value of this innovation through analysis and the presentation of examples of the variation from tournament, match, and correspondence play. Most lines of play resulting from the thrust 4. d5 in the Cordel Defense lead to early exciting tactical skirmishes with ample opportunity for the unwary or unprepared opponent to go astray into quick defeat. Nine complete annotated games are supplemented by 21 additional games incorporated into the analytical part of the book. Condition: Edge wear else very good.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Coraopolis, PA, 1994
ISBN 10: 0945470312 ISBN 13: 9780945470311
Seller: The Book Collector, Inc. ABAA, ILAB, Fort Worth, TX, U.S.A.
First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. 96 pages with diagrams. Octavo (8 1/2" x 5 1/2") bound in original publisher's pictorial jacket. First edition. This is the fourth book in the Better Chess Series aimed at helping you to enjoy the game and get better at playing it-at the same time. Winning at Chess presents another 370 positions in which you can win quickly or avoid losing. Condition: Light edge wear, old price sticker to front wrapper else near fine.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Inc, Coraopolis PA, 1986
ISBN 10: 0931462517 ISBN 13: 9780931462511
Seller: The Book Collector, Inc. ABAA, ILAB, Fort Worth, TX, U.S.A.
First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. 59 pages with diagrams. Octavo (8 1/4" x 5 1/4") bound in original publisher's wrappers. First edition. This book incorporates recent developments in the theory of the lines, and will be valuable for study by the serious tournament player. Condition: Back head corner bumped else very good.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Inc, Coraopolis PA, 1986
ISBN 10: 0931462592 ISBN 13: 9780931462597
Seller: The Book Collector, Inc. ABAA, ILAB, Fort Worth, TX, U.S.A.
First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. 100 pages with diagrams and index. Octavo (8 1/4" x 5 1/4") bound in original publisher's pictorial wrappers. First edition. The Anglo-Benoni system of the English Opening enjoys a unique distinction among the contemporary openings. Its Two Knights' variation, 1 c4 c5 2 Nf3 Nf6 3 d4 cxd4 4 Nxd4, A32 in the Encyclopedia of Chess Openings classification, had been shunned by the opening theory until 1970's. Although popular and important enough to find its way into the repertoire of the majority of today's masters, its thematic concepts remain controversial due to its strategic disparity with the more classic lines of the English Opening. And yet, it is the very dynamic positions and strategic possibilities that make the Condition: Near fine.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Coraopolis, PA, 1992
ISBN 10: 0945470207 ISBN 13: 9780945470205
Seller: The Book Collector, Inc. ABAA, ILAB, Fort Worth, TX, U.S.A.
First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. 103 pages with diagrams and inexes. Octavo (8 1/2" x 5 1/2") bound in original publisher's pictorial wrappers. First edition. The von Hennig-Schara defies White's dominance in the center after 1.d4 d5 2.c4 e6 3.Nc3 with 3.c5, then cranks up Black's development to the third gear with the pawn sacrifice 4.cxd5 cxd4!? Openings expert GM Larry Kaufman, IM John Watson and other opening analysts proclaim it as "Black's best gambit against 1.d4".and it's easy to see why. For a meager pawn, your minor pieces land on aggressive outposts, and your rooks take over the central open files. Combine this impressive centralization with a wide open board, and a vicious attack against the enemy king and queen is all but guaranteed. Condition: Light edge wear else near fine.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Inc, Coraopolis PA, 1986
Seller: The Book Collector, Inc. ABAA, ILAB, Fort Worth, TX, U.S.A.
First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. 59 pages with diagrams. Octavo (8 1/4" x 5 1/4") bound in original publisher's wrappers. First edition. This book incorporates recent developments in the theory of the lines, and will be valuable for study by the serious tournament player. Condition: Back head corner bumped else very good.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Coraopolis, PA, 1991
ISBN 10: 0945470177 ISBN 13: 9780945470175
Seller: The Book Collector, Inc. ABAA, ILAB, Fort Worth, TX, U.S.A.
First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. 109 pages with diagrams and index. Octavo (8 1/2" x 5 1/2") bound in original publisher's pictorial wrappers. First edition. Comprehensive master view of the 1. e4 e6 2. d4 c5 lines including variations such as .a6; unfortunately for White, Black seems to have an edge. Condition: Near fine.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Inc, Coraopolis PA, 1986
Seller: The Book Collector, Inc. ABAA, ILAB, Fort Worth, TX, U.S.A.
First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Good. 1st Edition. 58+[2 ad] pages with diagrams and index. Octavo (8 1/4" x 5 3/4") bound in original publisher's stapled wrappers. First edition. The English Opening is a chess opening that begins with the move: 1. c4 A flank opening, it is the fourth most popular and, according to various databases, one of the four most successful of White's twenty possible first moves. White begins the fight for the centre by staking a claim to the d5-square from the wing, in hypermodern style. Although many lines of the English have a distinct character, the opening is often used as a transpositional device in much the same way as 1.Nf3 to avoid such highly regarded responses to 1.d4 as the Nimzo-Indian and Grünfeld Defences and is considered reliable and flexible. Condition: Wrappers soiled, edge wear with bumped corners, some check marks in ad pages else good.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Coraopolis, PA, 1982
ISBN 10: 0931462185 ISBN 13: 9780931462184
Seller: The Book Collector, Inc. ABAA, ILAB, Fort Worth, TX, U.S.A.
First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. 109+[2 bank]+[1 ad] pages with diagrams and index. Octavo (8 1/2" x 5 1/2") bound in original publisher's pictorial wrappers. First edition. The Sämisch Variation of the King's Indian Defence is a chess opening that begins with the moves: 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 g6 3. Nc3 Bg7 4. e4 d6 5. f3. The Sämisch is a subtle blockading system and a critical challenge to the King's Indian. It is named after the German grandmaster Friedrich Sämisch. The Sämisch has been played by numerous grandmasters, including world champions Mikhail Botvinnik, Mikhail Tal, Tigran Petrosian, Boris Spassky, Anatoly Karpov, and Garry Kasparov. Condition: Corners bumped, edge wear, lightly soiled else about very good.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Coraopolis, PA, 1984
ISBN 10: 0931462347 ISBN 13: 9780931462344
Seller: Archer's Used and Rare Books, Inc., Kent, OH, U.S.A.
First Edition
Softcover. Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Games & Gaming; Chess; ISBN: 0931462347. ISBN/EAN: 9780931462344. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 21121.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Coraopolis, Pa, 1994
ISBN 10: 0945470312 ISBN 13: 9780945470311
Seller: Metakomet Books, Concord, MA, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Light wear to cover otherwise clean, sound, copy. 96 pgs. Part of Better Chess Series.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Coraopolis, PA, 1991
ISBN 10: 0945470134 ISBN 13: 9780945470137
Seller: Avalon Books, Stockton, CA, U.S.A.
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. faintly smudged covers.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Inc, Coraopolis, PA, 1984
ISBN 10: 0931462371 ISBN 13: 9780931462375
Paperback. pp. 88. 8vo. General shelfwear, with creasing to front cover and occasional ink notation to text block; good.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Inc, Coraopolis PA, 1987
Seller: The Book Collector, Inc. ABAA, ILAB, Fort Worth, TX, U.S.A.
First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Good. 1st Edition. 60+[2 ad] pages with diagrams and index. Octavo (8 1/4" x 5 3/4") bound in original publisher's stapled wrappers. First edition. The Reti Opening is a chess opening that begins with the moves 1. Nf3 d5 2. c4. The Reti Opening is considered a "hypermodern" opening, where white pressures the center with flank pawns and minor pieces instead of occupying it directly with the central pawns. White flexible keeps the d-and-e pawns on their starting squares for the time being, and creates pawn tension on move two to challenge black's d-pawn. Condition: Some high-lighting throughout, edge wear with bumped corners else good.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Coraopolis, PA, 1985
ISBN 10: 0931462452 ISBN 13: 9780931462450
Seller: The Book Collector, Inc. ABAA, ILAB, Fort Worth, TX, U.S.A.
First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. 100 pages with diagrams and index. Octavo (8 1/4" x 5 1/4") bound in original publisher's pictorial wrappers. First edition. We are dealing with one of the most solid and respected weapons against Queen's Indian Defence - Petrosian System. The starting position of the variation arises after 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 e6 3.Nf3 b6 4.a3. Sometimes it is hard to believe that with the subtle positional move 4.a3 White is actually fighting for the e4-square. The main idea is to play Nc3 on the next move without allowing .Bb4. This approach forces Black to immediately start fighting for the centre. In different time periods, Petrosian Variation was employed by many top players. For instance, nowadays, this is the way in which Mamedyarov meets the Queen's Indian Defence. Theoretically speaking, like in every decent opening, Black should be able to hold the balance. From a practical perspective, however, White's play is easier. In many positions, Black struggles to obtain counter play. Condition: Spine sunned else very good.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Inc, Coraopolis PA, 1984
ISBN 10: 0931462312 ISBN 13: 9780931462313
Seller: The Book Collector, Inc. ABAA, ILAB, Fort Worth, TX, U.S.A.
Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 2nd Edition. 126 pages with diagrams and index. Octavo (8" x 5 1/4") bound in original publisher's pictorial wrappers. Second edition. This is the third volume in Bill Wall's popular "Miniatures" series. These five hundred examples of the usually solid French Defense illustrate the swift punishment which can follow poor opening strategy or erroneous development. The playing strength of the opponents range from Grandmasters to novices. An instructive and entertaining collection which will be of interest to every player. Condition: Near fine.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Coraopolis, PA, 1988
ISBN 10: 0931462797 ISBN 13: 9780931462795
Seller: The Book Collector, Inc. ABAA, ILAB, Fort Worth, TX, U.S.A.
First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. 92+[2 ad] pages with diagrams and bibliography. Octavo (8 1/4" x 5 1/4d") bound in original publisher's pictorial wrappers. First edition. This book provides a repertoire for White against the openings in which Black fianchettoes his King's bishop in reply to 1 d4 and 2 c4 Included are recommended variations for White against the King's Indian Defense, Grunfeld Defense, Old Indian Defense, Old and Modern Benonis, Benko Gambit, Budapest Saemish Defense, Leningrad and other forms of the Dutch Defense, Modern Defense and the English Defense The text includes many complete games to beset illustrate the play8 which typically develops form these variations. Condition: Near fine.
Published by Chess Enterprises, Coraopolis PA, 1985
ISBN 10: 0931462495 ISBN 13: 9780931462498
Seller: The Book Collector, Inc. ABAA, ILAB, Fort Worth, TX, U.S.A.
First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. 43+[1 ad] pages with diagrams. Octavo (8 1/4" x 5 1/2") bound in original publisher's pictorial stapled wrappers. First edition. One of the most popular choices by white in the Queen's Indian Defense - the main line with 4.g3, where white fianchettoes his bishop. This line is often seen at top-level chess. Condition: Light edge wear else very good.