Complete Repertoire for Black for Strategically Minded Players

Two popular books from the Everyman Chess Library, "Play the Grunfeld" by Yelena Dembo and "Play the Sicilian Kan" by Johann Hellsten, are combined in one volume. The Grunfeld is an exciting and dynamic response to 1 d4, popular among strong players like Garry Kasparov. Dembo provides a comprehensive repertoire for Black, while Hellsten offers insights into the Kan variation, a theory-free opening against 1 e4.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 516 pages
Publication date: 30 October 2018
Publisher: Everyman Chess

Two exceptional books from the Everyman Chess Library, Play the Grunfeld by Yelena Dembo and Play the Sicilian Kan by Johann Hellsten, have been combined into a single volume. The Grunfeld is an exhilarating and dynamic response to 1 d4, which has gained immense popularity across all chess levels. A significant factor contributing to its popularity is its longstanding favoritism by the legendary chess player Garry Kasparov. The Grunfeld heavily relies on the principles of the hypermodern school of chess, where Black permits White to establish a visually impressive center, albeit with the assumption that it may ultimately become more of a liability than an asset. The game often evolves into intricate and tactical encounters, appealing to ambitious players seeking complexity.

In Play the Grunfeld, opening expert Yelena Dembo addresses this challenge by presenting a comprehensive and yet practical repertoire for Black. She offers solutions against every attempt by White, whether it's a critical main line or a tricky sideline. By reading this book, you will acquire the necessary knowledge and confidence to embark on playing the Grunfeld in your own games.

The Kan is an ideal opening weapon against 1 e4, as it is one of the simplest variations of the Sicilian to learn and play. The Kan is relatively theory-free in the traditional sense, and success is more likely to occur through the understanding of development systems and a thorough study of the tactical and positional ideas for both sides.

In this book, Johann Hellsten draws upon his extensive experience in the Sicilian Kan, revealing his secrets and demonstrating how Black can adopt this opening and play it with confidence. He provides the reader with a reliable repertoire, showcasing what to do in the main lines as well as how to handle White's tricky alternatives.

Both books offer valuable insights and strategies for playing the Grunfeld and the Sicilian Kan, making them essential resources for chess enthusiasts seeking to expand their repertoire and improve their game. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced player, these books will provide you with the tools you need to excel in these popular and dynamic openings.

Weight: 736g
Dimension: 228 x 152 x 36 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781781944868