An analysis via 38 annotated games of the gambit line 1.e4,e5; 2.Nf3,Nc6; 3.d4,exd4; 4.c3. Schiller contributes original analysis and overturns some previous verdicts. In theory the Goring offers White no clear advantage but it is a useful tournament weapon since it gives the first player an attacking position for a minimal sacrifice. Pub. 1997, softback, 148 pages.
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Analysis of the 4..Qh4 Scotch using 25 complete games as a basis for study. This is Black's sharpest response to the Scotch as White is forced to either give up a pawn or accept no advantage from the opening. The book is in seven parts, each dealing with one of White's 5th move alternatives: 5.Nb5, 5.Nc3, 5.Qd3, 5.Nf3, 5.Be3, 5.Nf5 and 5.Nxc6. USCF Senior Master John Hall guides the reader through the complex variations often providing new evaluations and overturning old analysis. Pub. 1995, softback, 103 pages.
An easy-to-read guide with notes, tips and warnings throughout on the Scotch Game (1.e4,e5; 2.Nf3,Nc6; 3.d4,exd4; 4.Nxd4,) with extensive analysis of all major, and many minor, systems of play via 55 annotated games. Grandmaster John Emms explains the key ideas for both sides in the Scotch Game and offers a choice of systems to suit players of differing styles. Includes chapters on the Scotch Four Knights, Mieses Variation and 4..Bc5; 5.Nxc6/Be3/Nb3. Ideal for club strength players wishing to take up the Scotch Game. Author John Emms is a U.K. Grandmaster and leading chess author. Pub. 2005, softback, 224 pages.
The Four Knights (1.e4,e5; 2.Nf3,Nc6; 3.Nc3,Nf6) has the distinction of being one of the oldest openings in the history of chess. Despite its deceptively peaceful appearance, the Four Knights can lead to wild gambit play as well as calmer positional waters, while adherents include the renowned tactician from Latvia, Alexei Shirov. In this revolutionary book, International Master Jan Pinski delves into the secrets of the Four Knights for the first time, studying the tactical and strategic ideas for both white and black players. Pinski covers both the fashionable main lines and the tricky sidelines, by means of 99 complete, annotated games, bringing the reader right up to date with the expanding theory. In Part One: The Spanish Four Knights (4.Bb5) he analyses 4..Bb4; 4..Nd4; and 4..sidelines. Part Two is The Scotch Four Knights (4.d4,exd4; 5.Nxd4) and Part Three: Other Systems includes the wild Belgrade Gambit, the Glek System (4.g3) and other unusual moves such as 4.a3. Jan Pinski is a Polish I.M. Pub. 2003, softback, 192 pages.
The Belgrade Gambit arises after the moves 1.e4,e5; 2.Nf3,Nc6; 3.Nc3,Nc6; 4.d4,exd4; 5.Nd5!? and can, if accepted, lead to games of hair-raising complexity. Schiller provides a repertoire for White in the gambit accepted, declined and avoided (4...Bb4). He recommends 6.Bc4 against 5...Nxe4 and analyses various declined variations including 5...Be7; 5...Nb4; 5...Nxd5; and 5...Bb4+. Even in the declined gambit Black often ends up with a cramped position due to White’s advanced pawn on d5. The Belgrade is a sound gambit in that no refutation exists and is a very useful surprise weapon especially in the pressured conditions of club and tournament play. pub 1998, softback, 113 pages.
A repertoire for White with the Evans Gambit (1.e4,e5; 2.Nf3,Nc6; 3.Bc4,Bc5; 4.b4) which analyses all continuations in 12 complete, annotated games with many other games in the notes. He also suggests systems against the Two Knights, Hungarian and other defences. Kasparov has played the Evans so it must be O.K! Pub. 1996, softback, 220 pages.
A controversial book claiming to overturn much of the established Evans Gambit theory and establish new ways for White to claim an advantage. The author notes White's impressive record over the board with the Evans and points out errors in earlier analysis, many of which have gone unnoticed for years. Then, in fourteen chapters, he offers his own analysis of the Evans with new moves and ideas suggested. With analytical input from GM Lev Alburt! Pub. 1995, softback, 137 pages.
Part one is a repertoire for White based on the Italian Gambit (1.e4,e5; 2.Nf3,Nc6; 3.Bc4, Bc5; 4.d4) and other 1..e5 defences and part two offers lines of play for White against Black defences which do not involve 1..e5. Coverage is by means of extensively annotated key games. The clear text and diagrams make this an easy-to-follow guide. Pub. 2003, softback, 331 pages.
Analysis of all systems arising from the position after 1.e4,e5; 2.Nf3,Nc6; 3.Bc4,Bc5. Coverage is via 50 complete, annotated games and concentrates on the various plans available to either side. Includes a section on the Evans Gambit by Murray Chandler. A complex opening with chances for both sides. Pub. 1996, softback, 160 pages. Price: £14.99(£14.99 Including VAT at 0%)
Analysis in nine chapters of this sharp defence to the Italian Game. After 1.e4,e5; 2.Nf3,Nc6; 3.Bc4,Nf6; the two most important continuations are 4.Ng5, and 4.d4, and the majority of this book is devoted to them. The final chapter examines the more cautious 4.d3. Coverage is based upon 66 complete, annotated games with theoretical summaries at the end of each chapter offering guidance on the best lines for either side. After 4.Ng5, the authors examine the Fritz and Ulvestad variations as well as the main lines with 5..Na5; and the super tactical Traxler Gambit 4..Bc5. After 4.d4,exd4; they analyse both 5.e5, and 5.0-0 looking at all Black's possible defensive attempts and finding that some neglected lines are much better than their reputation. The Two Knights is a very sharp, complicated defence in which both players need to know what they are doing immediately after 3..Nf6. Author Jan Pinski is a Polish International Master and author of other successful chess books. Pub. 2004, softback, 160 pages.
