Play the 2 C3 Sicilian
Title | Play the 2 C3 Sicilian PDF eBook |
Author | Eduardas Rozentalis |
Publisher | Gambit Publications |
Total Pages | 0 |
Release | 2002 |
Genre | Chess |
ISBN | 9781901983562 |
A book that guides readers in how to handle a popular variation of the Sicilian Defence, which is far and away the most popular chess opening. An intimidating body of theory has been developed around the Sicilian's main lines, in which White grants his opponent a central majority which may prove an important factor later on. Many players prefer to avoid the all-or-nothing attacks of the Open Sicilian, turning instead to the positionally sound 2 c3 line. White prepares to seize space and will develop his pieces rapidly to natural squares. Those who specialize in the 2 c3 Sicilian find it to be an excellent point-scorer, as Black has not only objective difficulties to contend with, but also has the psychological problem that he is battling just for equality, with little prospect of taking the initiative.
The C3 Sicilian
Title | The C3 Sicilian PDF eBook |
Author | Sam Collins |
Publisher | Gambit Publications |
Total Pages | 0 |
Release | 2007 |
Genre | Chess |
ISBN | 9781904600718 |
Chess Explained is a new series of books about chess openings. They are not theoretical works in the traditional sense, but more a series of lessons from a chess expert with extensive over-the-board experience with an opening. You will gain an understanding of the opening and the middlegames to which it leads, enabling you to find the right moves and plans in your own games. It is as if you were sitting at the board with a chess coach answering your questions about the plans for both sides, the ideas behind particular moves, and what specific knowledge you need to have. The c3 Sicilian is one of White's most popular and poisonous ways to avoid the main lines of the Sicilian. With the forcing line 1 e4 c5 2 c3, White denies his opponent the chance to demonstrate his preparation in some chaotic system; instead Black will have to fight carefully for equality in a more rational position of White's choosing. There are plenty of tricks and traps in the c3 Sicilian, and the open piece-play that often results can lead to quick attacks and means that careless play will rarely go unpunished.
Starting Out
Title | Starting Out PDF eBook |
Author | John Emms |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 0 |
Release | 2008 |
Genre | Games & Activities |
ISBN | 9781857445701 |
Grandmaster John Emms revisits the fundamentals of the c3 Sicilian. He explains in depth the reasoning behind the critical early moves and uses instructive games to demonstrate key plans.
How to Beat the Sicilian Defence
Title | How to Beat the Sicilian Defence PDF eBook |
Author | Gawain Jones |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 0 |
Release | 2011 |
Genre | Games & Activities |
ISBN | 9781857446630 |
The Sicilian Defence is by far the most popular chess opening. If you play 1 e4 as White, on average you are likely to meet the Sicilian in virtually every other game! You need to be prepared to face the Sicilian at all times, and a ready-to-use repertoire against it is an indispensible weapon. In this book, Gawain Jones confronts the challenge of meeting the Sicilian head on. He has constructed a comprehensive Anti-Sicilian repertoire for White, which is based on lines he has successfully employed at grandmaster level. These are sound, reliable options for White, but don't be fooled - they also contain more than a drop of poison. Variations covered include the popular King's Indian Attack, various Bb5 systems and weapons against Black's offbeat tries. A Grandmaster's repertoire against the Sicilian Packed with new ideas and critical analysis Highlights key tactical and positional ideas
Sicilian: 2 C3
Title | Sicilian: 2 C3 PDF eBook |
Author | Murray Chandler |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 110 |
Release | 1984 |
Genre | Chess |
ISBN |
Dismantling the Sicilian
Title | Dismantling the Sicilian PDF eBook |
Author | Jesus de la Villa |
Publisher | New In Chess |
Total Pages | 367 |
Release | 2017-11-13 |
Genre | Games & Activities |
ISBN | 9056917536 |
The Sicilian Defence is the most widely played chess opening, both at club level as well as among top grandmasters. Since Black gets dynamic play in almost all variations, black players of all levels will probably continue to play the Sicilian for a long time to come. It has been difficult for White to obtain any advantage in Sicilian sidelines, and this book therefore presents a complete repertoire for White in the most widely played main lines: the Open Sicilians with 1.e4 c5 2.Nf3. All of Black’s possible answers are covered. ‘Dismantling the Sicilian’ is clearly organized, and each variation is presented with its history, its main ideas, its typical tactics and strategies, and with instructive games. The authors thoroughly explain the relevant themes and always summarizes the most important features. This a completely new edition, updated and extended from the original 2009 publication.
Mayhem in the Morra!
Title | Mayhem in the Morra! PDF eBook |
Author | Marc Esserman |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 0 |
Release | 2012 |
Genre | Chess |
ISBN | 9781907982200 |
Mayhem in the Morra offers a complete fighting repertoire for White against the Sicilian with 1.e4 c5 2.d4 cxd4 3.c3. The Morra Gambit is a popular weapon at club level, but can it be effective at GM level? Marc Esserman believes so and he has 2700-rated scalps to back up his view.Esserman is the world's leading expert on the Morra Gambit and he shares all his secrets and many novelties in a lively witty style. The Morra leads to exciting gambit play, so some players decline the offer with 3...Nf6 - Esserman also shows how White can attack this cautious defence.Don't be afraid of the Sicilian - unleash Mayhem in the Morra!* A complete anti-Sicilian repertoire * Ideal for attacking players* Hundreds of novelties and improvements