Sicilian Taimanov/Kan/Paulsen Systems

OPENING FOR WHITE ACCORDING TO ANAND: VOL. 8

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Alexander Khalifman
Volume 8 in this popular series begins to examine the Sicilian Defence and proposes a repertoire for White based on the praxis of top Indian GM Vishy Anand. Systems considered here are the Nimzowitsch Sicilian (1.e4,c5; 2.Nf3,Nf6;) The O'Kelly Variation (1.e4,c5; 2.Nf3,a6;) various counter-attack lines which Black can play after 2..e6; (e.g. the pin variation) and the Paulsen-Kan System which occupies the main part of the book. Recommended lines include 3.Nc3 against the Nimzowitsch System, 3.c3 against the O'Kelly and 5.Bd3 against the Kan-Paulsen System. As usual for this series former World Champion Alexander Khalifman offers high quality analysis and explanation with theoretical conclusions at the end of each chapter.
Published 2006, softback, 320 pages.

SICILIAN KAN

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John Emms
The Sicilian Kan arises after 1.e4,c5; 2.Nf3,e6; 3.d4,cxd4; 4.Nxd4,a6; and this book offers a complete survey of current theory via 75 annotated key games in three major sections: 5.Bd3, 5.Nc3 and 5.c4. These games demonstrate the positional and tactical possibilities available and each chapter has a useful summary of the best lines and ideas for both sides. The Kan is a flexible system and often quite confusing for White to meet since so many transpositions are possible. It also rules out the currently popular 3.Bb5 systems. If you want a tricky defence to 1.e4 this could be the one for you! John Emms is an English Grandmaster.
Published 2002, softback, 190 pages.

CHESS EXPLAINED: THE TAIMANOV SYSTEM

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James Rizzitano
This guide to the Taimanov Sicilian (1.e4,c5; 2.Nf3,e6; 3.d4,cxd4; 4.Nxd4,Nc6) is aimed at experienced players who want to try the Taimanov for the first time, from either the White or Black side. With this in mind, the emphasis is on explaining typical plans and strategies in the context of 25 extensively annotated, high level, key games. The games have been selected as they illustrate many standard Taimanov Sicilian middlegame and endgame positions and themes. The material is divided into six chapters: 1) Probing Bishop and Maroczy Bind Variations 5.Nb5, 2) Taimanov Introduction 5.Nc3, a6; 3) White's Sixth Move Alternatives 5.Nc3,Qc7; 4) Flexible Variation 5.Nc3,Qc7; 6.Be2, 5) Sharp Variation 5.Nc3,Qc7; 6.Be3, 6) Paulsen Main Line 5.Nc3,Qc7; 6.Be3,a6; 7.Be2. Chapter introductions and conclusions emphasise the key points of each system. James Rizzitano is an American I.M. and author with extensive experience playing the Taimanov Sicilian.
Published 2006, softback, 112 pages.

SAFEST SICILIAN (2nd Edition)

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Alexander Delchev & Semko Semkov
The Bulgarian partnership of GM Alexander Delchev and IM Semko Semkov present a Black repertoire after 1.e4,c5; 2.Nf3,e6 based on the Taimanov System of the Sicilian Defence. (1.e4,c5; 2.Nf3,e6; 3.d4,cxd4; 4.Nxd4,Nc6;) Includes Nb5 + c4 systems for White as well as all other open variations (after 5.Nc3, 5..Qc7 is advocated) and Anti-Sicilian lines with 3.c3, 3.d3, 3.b3, 3.b4, 3.Nc3, 3.Qe2 and 3.c4. The layout of each chapter features a Quick Repertoire, briefly explaining Black's ideas, Step by Step, with more in depth analysis and Complete Games with illustrative games for that chapter. In all, 66 complete games are included. For the second edition the authors have added new lines for Black against the English Attack, Classical System and Alapin 2.c3 System. The authors' aim is to build a flexible and sound Black repertoire without the associated theoretical baggage of the Najdorf, Dragon or Sveshnikov systems.
Published 2008, softback, 228 pages.

SICILIAN TAIMANOV

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Jim Plaskett
Coverage via 92 annotated games of the system 1.e4,c5; 2.Nf3,e6; 3.d4,cxd4; 4.Nxd4,Nc6; including all the main lines and many less popular variations. Each chapter has an explanation of both sides' plans and a summary giving the author's recommendation of best play. A well written and produced book.
Published 1997, softback, 144 pages.

SICILIAN TAIMANOV: MOVE BY MOVE

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John Emms
The "Move-by-Move" series provides an ideal platform to study chess openings. By continually challenging the reader to answer probing questions throughout the book, the "Move by Move" format greatly encourages the learning and practising of vital skills just as much as the traditional assimilation of opening knowledge. Carefully selected questions and answers are designed to keep you actively involved and allow you to monitor your progress as you learn. This is an excellent way to study any chess opening and at the same time improve your general chess skills and knowledge.
In this book, Grandmaster John Emms examines his favourite Sicilian variation, the Taimanov, (1.e4,c5; 2.Nf3,e6; 3.d4,cxd4; 4.Nxd4,Nc6;) which is one of Black's most reliable answers to 1.e4. He shares his experience and knowledge grown from over 15 years playing the opening at Grandmaster level, and offers answers to the all the key questions about strategy, tactics and move-order.
John Emms is a Grandmaster and has captained the English Team at two Chess Olympiads. He is an experienced coach who has worked with many top players, including World Championship finalist Michael Adams. John is also a highly respected chess writer, with many outstanding works to his name.
Published 2012, softback, 368 pages.
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