Description The Petroff Defence has traditionally been regarded as a reliable defensive mechanism to counter the aggressive 1 e4.
He is one of the most prolific chess authors in the world..
He has been teaching chess for over 30 years, and coaches some of the top junior players in the U.
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About the Author Cyrus Lakdawala is an International Master, a former National Open and American Open Champion, and a six-time State Champion.
A complete repetoire for Black in the Petroff Defence.
A question and answer approach provides an excellent study method.
The suggested lines for Black are based around the very latest games and analsysis.
Each annotated game has valuable lessons on how to play the Opening and contains instructive commentary on typical middlegame plans.
Opening Repertoire: The Petroff Defence examines all aspects of this highly complex Opening and provides the reader with well-researched, fresh, and innovative analysis.
While recognising the impressive solidity of the Petroff they are honing it into a fine counter-attacking weapon.
A new generation of players, spearheaded by the 2018 World Championship challenger, Fabiano Caruana (whose qualification route was built heavily around the Petroff), are re-interpreting this ancient defence.
However, in recent years, this has all changed.
It also has a reputation for being one of the most drawish of all openings and a choice that Black only makes when content to achieve a draw.
Description The Petroff Defence has traditionally been regarded as a reliable defensive mechanism to counter the aggressive 1 e4
