Sicilian without 2.Nf3

ANTI SICILIANS: A GUIDE FOR BLACK

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Dorian Rogozenko
Anti-Sicilians (where White does not play 2.Nf3, 3.d4 and 4.Nxd4) are the reason why so many players of the Black pieces are afraid to try the Sicilian for fear of falling into White's pet system. However Rogozenko claims that "Anti-Sicilians do not bring an opening advantage for White." Here he offers a complete, safe and objective repertoire for Black against all of White's Anti-Sicilian attempts. His analysis is in seven chapters: 1. Early Deviations (2.c4/b4/b3/d3/g3/d4) 2. The Grand Prix Attack, 3.The Closed Sicilian, 4.The Alapin Sicilian (2.c3) 5. Miscellaneous Lines with 2.Nf3, 6. 3.Bb5 Lines, 7. System 2.Nf3,d6; 3.d4,cxd4; 4.Qxd4. The presentation is a mixtures of analysis, text and game fragments and includes an index of variations. A one book companion to your main theory sources for any Sicilian player.
Published 2003, softback, 192 pages.

DANGEROUS WEAPONS: ANTI SICILIANS

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John Emms, Richard Palliser & Peter Wells
In Dangerous Weapons: Anti-Sicilians, prominent opening specialists John Emms, Richard Palliser and Peter Wells examine some hardcore ideas for Black in White's most popular Anti-Sicilian systems and some little explored methods for White to throw Black off balance in lesser known Anti-Sicilians. Each "weapon" comes with one or more illustrative games, a theory section and the authors' conclusions, giving the reader plenty of background and ammunition for their own games. In twelve chapters the authors offer bold possibilities in the c3 Sicilian, Bb5 Sicilians, Closed Sicilian and some early divergences for White against both 1..c5/2..Nc6 and 1..c5/2..d6. Tactically sharp positions arise in most cases where the more imaginative player can triumph. Grandmasters John Emms and Peter Wells and International Master Richard Palliser are all highly respected authors and active players.
Published 2009, softback, 285 pages.
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FIGHTING THE ANTI-SICILIANS

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Richard Palliser
The Anti-Sicilians include such lines as the Morra Gambit, Grand Prix Attack, c3 Sicilian, Closed Sicilian and various other offbeat ideas. For this book I.M. Richard Palliser has put together a repertoire for Black which is sound but dynamic enough to offer winning chances against Anti-Sicilian systems. He tries to offer ideas for both ..e6 and ..Nc6 Sicilian players to make the repertoire accessible to all players of 1..c5. The nine main chapters here cover the c3 Sicilian, 2.Nc3 move order issues, the Closed Sicilian, The Grand Prix Attack, Kingside Fianchettos for White, Queenside Fianchettos for White and Gambits. As usual with Palliser the recommended lines are well thought out and thoroughly researched. Richard Palliser is an International Master from England with a reputation as a diligent and thorough chess author.
Published 2007, softback, 254 pages.

MODERN MORRA GAMBIT (2nd Edition)

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Hannes Langrock
Since the first edition of this book was published in 2006 much has changed in the Morra Gambit, both in terms of important games played and the ability to check analysis with computer chess engines. Every single variation in this new book has been checked using chess engines and several lines of play have been reassessed following top level correspondence games, resulting in the author's recommendations changing - especially in the Classical Main Line.
This completely-revised second edition has fourteen chapters, compared to eleven for the original, including new chapters on the increasingly popular Taylor and Tartakower Defences and separate chapters on the gambit declined with 3..d3; and 3..e5. All of Black's plausible defences to both the gambit accepted and declined are examined using analysis and key games which attempt to provide an objective assessment of both sides' chances in this sharp opening system.
Each chapter is based around theoretically important illustrative games with analysis and text commentary included in the annotations to the games. An introductory chapter explains some of the ideas behind and history of the Morra Gambit.
Author Hannes Langrock is a German International Master who has been playing the Morra Gambit with success for several years, including against Masters and Grandmasters. He is co-author of "The Modern Scandinavian".
Published 2011, softback, 320 pages.
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SICILIAN GRAND PRIX ATTACK

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Jim Plaskett
The Grand Prix Attack involves an early f4 against Black's Sicilian Defence. Plaskett examines both 2.f4 and 2.Nc3, 3.f4 which can lead to very different systems appealing to different styles of play. The book contains 91 complete games, analysed by the author, covering the various lines of play available to both sides including Black's dangerous 2…d5 gambit against 2.f4. The Grand Prix Attack is a fearsome tournament weapon and Plaskett has been one of it's leading exponents.
pub. 2000, softback, 144 pages.

STARTING OUT: SICILIAN GRAND PRIX ATTACK

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Gawain Jones
The Grand Prix Attack is 1.e4,c5; 2.Nc3,Nc6/d6/e6; 3.f4 and offers White attacking chances without having to enter the theoretical jungle which the Open Sicilian has become. White plans a kingside attack with moves such as f4-f5, Qe1-h4, Bc1-h6 and Nf3-g5. This is both direct and often difficult to meet as it is in keeping with the pawn structure. Alternatively White can choose to play Bb5 and Bxc6, hoping to double Black's pawns and play against his weakened queenside. In this book Grandmaster Gawain Jones shows how to play the key systems of the Grand Prix Attack including Black's defences with 2..Nc6; 2..d6; and 2..e6. He looks at lines for White with Bc4 and Bb5 considering both the plans outlined above and shows how both sides ought to approach the positions arising. He includes 36 complete, annotated games with a wealth of strategic and tactical hints and tricks highlighted. An ideal first book for any club or tournament player wishing to take up the Grand Prix Attack or needing a defence against it. Gawain Jones is a young Grandmaster who made his debut for England at the 2007 European Team Championships.
Published 2008, softback, 174 pages.

c3 SICILIAN

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Joe Gallagher
70 complete, annotated games in thirteen chapters which aim to show you all the tricks necessary to play 2.c3 against the Sicilian. The book divides into three parts with 2...Nf6; 2...d5; and 2...others. Written primarily from White’s viewpoint, nonetheless all major systems are covered and the author keeps a sense of objectivity. Chapter summaries neatly tie up variations and key games.
pub. 1999, softback, 176 pages.

COMPLETE c3 SICILIAN

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Evgeny Sveshnikov
Grandmaster Evgeny Sveshnikov has been a confirmed advocate of the c3 Sicilian for a long time. As he says in the introduction ".. The move 2.c3 has fed me and my family for almost forty years!"
In this book he gives an historical overview, explains the basic plans and ideas, annotates important games and includes diagrammed exercises involving typical c3 Sicilian situations.
The book is divided into two parts according to Black's 2nd move: either 2..Nf6; or 2..d5; and others. Each part offers a comprehensive coverage of the history, tactics, strategy and theory of the opening system.
The Complete c3 Sicilian brings you the basic ideas, the tactical tricks and the latest developments from recent grandmaster practice; with hundreds of games, accessibly explained, and many test positions.
It is not difficult to understand why the c3 (or Alapin) Sicilian is such a popular opening with amateur and professional chess players all over the world. Against Black's most dangerous reply to 1.e4 it offers everything you need if you are looking for a reliable scheme that does not take much time to learn.
It could even be argued that 2.c3 is the most logical response to the Sicilian Defence. White aims at creating a strong pawn centre and obtains an easily manageable middlegame.
Some key advantages of the c3 Sicilian are:
White has only to study a few set-ups, since Black has basically two sensible replies
The system can be learned quickly, since the positions are generally less complicated than in many other Sicilian lines
Theory doesn't develop quickly, so maintaining your knowledge is fairly simple
Black has to take big risks in order to win
Universally recognized as the world's greatest c3 Sicilian expert, Grandmaster Evgeny Sveshnikov has written the most comprehensive guide ever: a well structured book, indispensable for masters and yet easily accessible for club players.
Published 2010, softback, 574 pages.
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CHESS EXPLAINED: THE c3 SICILIAN

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Sam Collins
A handy guide to the c3 Sicilian aimed at club and tournament players who want to take up the opening for the first time. I.M. Sam Collins explains the strategy and tactics of the opening using extensive verbal descriptions as well as concrete analysis. The body of the book is made up of 25 recent, instructive games in the c3 Sicilian which are discussed in detail. Chapter introductions and conclusions summarise the key points of each variation of the opening. The six chapters include main lines in both the 2..Nf6; and 2..d5; systems as well as Black's 2nd move alternatives. Indexes of games and variations are included. Sam Collins is an Irish International Master and won a gold medal for Ireland at the Bled 2002 Olympiad.
Published 2007, softback, 111 pages.

STARTING OUT: THE c3 SICILIAN

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John Emms
The c3 Sicilian is an increasingly popular way of meeting the Sicilian Defence, sidestepping the labyrinth of opening theory associated with open Sicilians. 2.c3 also keeps White on "home territory" and away from Black's pet lines in the Dragon, Najdorf, Sveshnikov etc. The positions that are reached can be either tactical or positional in nature, and the c3 Sicilian particularly appeals to players who enjoy open positions with active piece play and clear objectives for both sides. In this book, c3 Sicilian expert John Emms goes back to basics: he explains in depth the reasoning behind the critical early moves - something that is often neglected - and uses 35 instructive games to demonstrate key plans for both White and Black. He examines the main lines with both 2..d5; and 2..Nf6; as well as more unusual move 2 alternatives. The book includes indexes of variations and games. As with all the Starting Out series, the book is distinguished by it's easy-to read layout, lucid explanations of the fundamentals, and the abundance of notes, tips and warnings to help the reader absorb vital ideas. Starting Out opening books are aimed at experienced chess players who have little experience of the openings in question and who wish to incorporate them into their repertoire.
John Emms is one of the UK's leading Grandmasters and has captained the English Team at two Chess Olympiads. He’s an experienced coach who has worked with many top players, including World Championship finalist Michael Adams.
Published 2008, softback, 207 pages.

CLOSED SICILIAN

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Daniel King
An analysis of the system 1.e4,c5; 2.Nc3,Nc6; 3.g3 with 103 annotated games in 9 chapters. King, writing primarily from White's point of view, explains White's strategy and shows the best ways of playing against all the major defensive set-ups that Black can try. The final chapter looks at lines where Black plays ..e6 and ..d5. Each chapter has a summary of variations. An accessible, informative work.
Published 1997, softback, 144 pages.

STARTING OUT: CLOSED SICILIAN

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Richard Palliser
The Starting Out series is an excellent way for club players to learn a new opening and try it out in serious play. Each book is packed with tips, hints and warnings and is clearly laid out with numerous diagrams and explanations of strategic ideas. In this book IM Richard Palliser discusses key ideas for both sides and analyses the position after White's key 6th moves 6.f4, 6.Be3, 6.Nh3 and 6.Nge2. He also looks at early Black deviations and move orders with 2.d3 and 2.g3. The play is illustrated through 42 complete, annotated games which highlight the vital characteristics of the Closed Sicilian. The book is a good place to start if you are likely to play either the White or Black side of this opening.
Published 2006, softback, 208 pages.