First Steps: The French (Lakdawala Cyrus)(Paperback)

First Steps: The French (Lakdawala Cyrus)(Paperback)

The French Defence is a highly reliable response to 1 e4 which is popular at all levels. With the first two moves, Black creates a solid foundation in the centre and seeks to put pressure on White's position in the early middlegame. In this book, International Master Cyrus Lakdawala explains the

First Steps: Fundamental Endings (Lakdawala Cyrus)(Paperback)

Many players, of all levels, use their chess study time to concentrate almost exclusively on the openings. Very few players spend much time at all studying endgames and this is almost certainly a mistake. Making a poor move in the opening might leave you with a slightly uncomfortable position

First Steps: The Colle and London Systems (Lakdawala Cyrus)(Paperback)

The Colle and London are opening systems for White starting with 1 d4. They are very popular choices at club level and for two very good reasons:1. Both openings are easy to learn and understand.2. White's attacking play is based on solid foundations. In this book, International Master Cyrus

Opening Repertoire: The French Defence (Lakdawala Cyrus)(Paperback)

The French Defence provides a good choice for players who want to create a dynamic, unbalanced situation out of the opening but baulk at the level of study required to master the ferociously complex Sicilian Defence. The French is one of Black's soundest defences to 1 e4 and is very popular at all

A Ferocious Opening Repertoire (Lakdawala Cyrus)(Paperback)

Cyrus Lakdawala presents an aggressive opening repertoire, based on the Veresov Opening. This repertoire is perfect for those who have little time for study but enjoy taking opponents out of their comfort

The Trompowsky: Move by Move (Lakdawala Cyrus)(Paperback)

The Scandinavian: Move by Move (Lakdawala Cyrus)(Paperback)

The Caro Kann Move by Move (Lakdawala Cyrus)(Paperback)

Cyrus Lakdawala examines the popular Caro-Kann Defence, constructs an opening repertoire for Black and provides answers to all the key

1..d6 Move by Move (Lakdawala Cyrus)(Paperback)

Cyrus Lakdawala examines the universal defence 1...d6, constructs an opening repertoire for Black and provides answers to all the key questions in this

Opening Repertoire: 1e4 (Lakdawala Cyrus)(Paperback)

In this book, prolific chess author Cyrus Lakdawala recommends a repertoire for White players who like to open 1 e4. The repertoire is based around two main themes: The suggested variations for White are ones that rely far more on a generic understanding of strategic ideas rather than the

The Colle Move by Move (Lakdawala Cyrus)(Paperback)

This 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

Petroff: Move by Move, The (Lakdawala Cyrus)(Paperback)

This 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

Opening Repertoire: The Sveshnikov (Lakdawala Cyrus)(Paperback / softback)

The Sveshnikov Variation of the Sicilian Defence provides a battleground for one of the key conflicts in chess: structure versus activity. Black voluntarily accepts a weak pawn formation but in return obtains easy development and excellent piece activity. This is a line that finds favour with

Anti-Sicilians: Move by Move (Lakdawala Cyrus)(Paperback)

This 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

Tactical Training (Lakdawala Cyrus)(Paperback)

It is hard to understate the importance of tactic ability to overall chess proficiency. Of course other elements such as a knowledge of opening play and an understanding of strategy are also important. However, it is undoubtedly the case that 99% of games are won or lost because one player either

Sicilian Sveshnikov: Move by Move, The (Lakdawala Cyrus)(Paperback)

The Move by Move series provides an ideal format for the keen chessplayer to improve their game. While reading you are continually challenged to answer probing questions - a method that greatly encourages the learning and practising of vital skills just as much as the traditional assimilation of

The Alekhine Defence (Lakdawala Cyrus)(Paperback)

Alexander Alekhine was a two-time World Chess Champion and is widely regarded to be one of the greatest chess players of all time. During his best years he dominated tournaments, and in 1927 he defeated his great rival Jos Ra l Capablanca to win the world title. Alekhine was renowned both for his

Play the London System (Lakdawala Cyrus)(Paperback)

It's no secret why the London System is such a popular opening, especially at club level. White's development plan is very easy to learn, and it can be employed against virtually any defence. What's more, depending on mood, style or opponent, White can choose either to attack directly or to

Opening Repertoire: The Modern Defence (Lakdawala Cyrus)(Paperback)

The Modern Defence is an opening that will appeal to player of an experimental nature. Black allows White to establish an apparently impressive position in the centre. The plan is to use this structure as a target - it will be restrained, undermined and eventually destroyed. When this plan works it

Tal: Move by Move (Lakdawala Cyrus)(Paperback)

Mikhail Tal is a true legend of chess. He was the World Champion and also holds the world record for the longest unbeaten run in competitive chess. Tal is widely regarded to be the greatest attacking player of all time. Nicknamed 'the magician from Riga', Tal was a creative genius who made it look

Fischer: Move by Move (Lakdawala Cyrus)(Paperback)

Bobby Fischer is a legendary chess figure, and many consider him to be the greatest chess player of all time. Fischer was a child prodigy who later developed into a phenomenal force. During his peak years he dominated his nearest rivals in a manner that had previously never been seen. Fischer

Kramnik: Move by Move (Lakdawala Cyrus)(Paperback)

Vladimir Kramnik is a giant of the chess world. He firmly secured his legendary status when he won the World Championship in 2000 by defeating the previously dominant Garry Kasparov - the only player ever to do so in a match. Kramnik held on to his crown for seven years, and today he remains one of

Botvinnik: Move by Move (Lakdawala Cyrus)(Paperback)

Mikhail Botvinnik was a three-time World Chess Champion and is widely regarded as one of the World's greatest ever players. Botvinnik possessed a universal, all-round style with an emphasis on logic and strategy. He loved to attack but, in contrast to - for example - Mikhail Tal, his attacks did

Open Repertoire: 1d4 with 2c4 (Lakdawala Cyrus)(Paperback)

These days the move 1 d4 is often used as the precursor to quieter opening choices such as the London System, the Colle System or the Trompovsky. In this book the highly experienced chess author and coach Cyrus Lakdawala goes back to basics, outlining an aggressive repertoire for White based on 1