This book examines the Queen's Gambit Declined (1.d4,d5; 2.c4,e6;), explaining the typical strategies and tactics adopted by both sides through the medium of 25 high level, annotated games. In eight chapters the author explains how to play the Alatortsev Variation, Tarrasch Defence, Exchange & Blackburne (Bf4) Variations, Ragozin Defence, Vienna Variation, Semi-Tarrasch Defence, Cambridge Springs, Lasker Defence, Tartakower System and the Classical Variation. Each chapter consists of an overview of the variation in question, a description of the theme of the following games and, finally, the key games themselves with explanations and analysis. James Rizzitano is an American International Master who has claimed several Grandmaster scalps and has recently returned to competitive chess. Pub. 2007, softback, 127 pages.
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In Play the Queen's Gambit GM Chris Ward recommends a repertoire for White after 1.d4,d5; 2.c4. He offers suggestions to combat the QGA, all major lines of the QGD (the exchange system is his main line recommendation) the Slav, Semi-Slav and other options such as the Chigorin Defence, Keres Defence and Albin Counter Gambit. Each chapter contains a theory section and a selection of annotated games to illustrate the repertoire in action. In all 55 complete games are included in five main chapters, providing enough insight into strategy and tactics to enable tournament and club players to play the Queen's Gambit with confidence. Chris Ward is an English Grandmaster, a former British Champion and a successful author and coach. Pub. 2006, softback, 175 pages.
This book offers a reliable defence against the Queen's Pawn Opening based on the solid Queen's Gambit Declined and a similar system against the Catalan. Rather than throwing caution to the wind the author recommends that Black plays first to equalize and, only then, attempts to unbalance the position to play for a win. The thorough analysis includes the Tartakower, Lasker and Classical defences as well as the Exchange Variation, Eingorn and Alatortsev Systems, 5.Bf4 and lines with Bxf6. Lasha Janjgava is a GM from Georgia. Pub. 2000, softback, 192 pages.
An introduction via 73 complete annotated games in nine chapters to the whole of the Queen's Gambit family including the Gambit Declined, Accepted, Tarrasch Defence, Exchange System, Slav & Semi-Slav, Triangle Defence and Chigorin Defence. Obviously this is not a detailed theoretical work but an introduction for players who have never played Queen's Gambit systems before. Each chapter begins with an explanation of the idea behind that variation before using illustrate games to go into more detail. The author hopes that by understanding the strategy of each system the reader will be able to find good moves at the board without memorising too much theory. As usual with this series the layout is excellent with notes, tips and hints throughout. IM John Shaw is a three time Scottish Champion. Pub. 2002, softback, 144 pages.
This introduction to the QGD is aimed at club and tournament players and includes strategy and pawn structure explanations as well as individual chapters on Lasker's Defence, Tartakower's Defence, The Classical Defence, Cambridge Springs Variation, Exchange Variation and Bf4 Systems. There are plenty of hints and warnings throughout as well as 50 annotated key games which illustrate the theory of the QGD. Grandmaster Neil McDonald is a successful chess author and coach based in England. Pub. 2006, softback, 191 pages.
Part 4 of this successful series, introducing opening tactics for casual and club players, teaches you how to recognize opportunities to attack early in the game, and how to avoid standard pitfalls in the opening. This book explains, in more than 230 carefully selected and annotated games, all the tactical themes and typical traps of the main lines in the Queen’s Gambit, Slav, Tarrasch, Trompowsky, Torre and Colle. After studying these brilliant surprise attacks, the adventurous player will be armed with new ideas to try out in his or her own games. Friso Nijboer is a strong Grandmaster from Holland. Geert van der Stricht is an International Master from Belgium and a former national champion. Pub. 2006, softback, 237 pages.
Three defences for the price of one in Ward's book, offering Black a choice of the Chigorin Defence (1.d4,d5; 2.c4,Nc6), Albin Counter Gambit (1.d4,d5; 2.c4,e5) or Baltic Defence (1.d4,d5; 2.c4,Bf5). All of these are highly complicated defences, bristling with tactical play in which better preparation is a huge advantage. Coverage is via 67 complete, annotated games with a summary and index of variations for each chapter. An ideal introduction to these systems for the club player. Pub. 2002, softback, 160 pages.
The Baltic Defence (1.d4,d5; 2.c4,Bf5;) is a razor sharp attempt to develop the Queen's Gambit 'problem bishop' immediately. It is up to White to attempt a refutation otherwise Black attains equality at least but if Black is better prepared then White is likely to fall under the hail of tactics that this defence unleashes. This book gives you enough analysis to start playing the defence and 24 illustrative games alongside. Pub. 1993, softback, 102 pages.
The Chigorin Defence (1.d4,d5; 2.c4,Nc6;) has gained respectability thanks to the efforts of modern Grandmasters such as Morozevich, Miladinovic and others. It is a sharp, aggressive system, suited to counter-attacking players not afraid to take a few risks with Black.The original, German edition of this book, published in 2001, won wide acclaim and Ukranian I.M. Valerie Bronznik has updated his work for this new, English, edition. In sixteen chapters and with the aid of 115 annotated games he analyses all possible continuations, explaining the strategic ideas as well as offering his opinions on Black's options. The author is a respected theoretician and author of the best-selling Colle-Koltanowski System.
What the critics say: "The contents are first-class and the author has put a tremendous amount of work into the book. Material is drawn from nearly all possible sources and the author has added an abundance of original analysis, improvements, and sug-gestions of his own." (Carsten Hansen)
"It will not only become the Chigorin Defence bible for many years to come, but it establishes the Chigorin as a sound defense deserving respect." (John Watson) Pub. 2005, hardback, 335 pages.
GM Alexander Morozevich has been the leading exponent of the Chigorin Defence to the Queen's Gambit (1.d4,d5; 2.c4,Nc6;) for many years now, playing it against the world's leading players with great success. In this book, a labour of love for him, he reveals many of the secrets of the Chigorin, using his own analysis and over 50, previously unpublished, rapid and blitz games against other Grandmasters. In all his book includes 74 annotated games, organised into four main chapters, which he uses to illustrate the strategy and tactics of the Chigorin Defence. All of White's responses are considered including 3.Nc3, 3.Nf3, 3.cxd5, 3.e3, 3.g3, and other 3rd move alternatives. This is an entertaining and instructive book on a sharp and complex counter to the Queen's Gambit. Alexander Morozevich has been a top-ten player for almost a decade. His aggressive and original play has won him the admiration of countless chess players all over the world. Vladimir Barsky is an International Master, a successful coach, an experienced journalist and an intimate friend of Alexander Morozevich. Pub. 2007, softback, 236 pages. Reviews of this book
Analysis in 15 chapters of all variations of this combative defence. About 250 complete games are included in the notes. Pub. 1991, softback, 109 pages.
Stapled booklet with analysis of the Albin in 3 chapters. Chapter 1 has variations on move 4 & 5, chapter 2 covers 4.Nf3,Nc6; 5. g3, various; and chapter 3 covers 5..Bg4. Languageless with international symbol notation. Pub. 1999, softback, 50 pages.
A survey via 112 complete, annotated games of the ideas behind the Queen's Gambit Declined. Part one covers the Lasker, Orthodox and Tartakower variations, part two examines the exchange variation and part three analyses 5.Bf4 and various Bxf6 systems. A key feature of this book is the question and answer format htat pops-up at various points along the way. Sadler imagines typical reader's questions and answers them in a way which explains many of the QGD's positional themes. The book is written from Black's point-of-view but does not confines itself to a narrow repertoire. An excellent monograph offering both readability and thorough analysis.pub. 2000, softback, 176 pages.
Amazingly this is the only book available on the popular 5.Bf4 system! I.M. Crouch offers an in depth analysis of all possible variations including the ..c5 main lines, systems with ..c6 and ..b6 and alternative ideas for White. He explains key strategies and provides a historical introduction tracing the opening's development. Pub. 1998, softback, 256 pages.
In depth coverage of all lines where White plays Bg5 via the medium of 124 complete, annotated games. Contents include chapters on exchange variations, early Nf3 lines, Cambridge Springs variation, Tartakower System and many gambit and unusual lines. GM Lalic begins with a historical introduction to the QGD before presenting all the latest theory. An objective and thorough coverage.pub. 2000, softback, 208 pages.
Describes the current state of theory and, for this edition, includes a section of recent games showing the latest trends in the Cambridge Springs. A good offbeat defence for Black. Pub. 1994, softback, 166 pages.
