Hansen: Catastrophes & Tactics in the Chess Opening: Vol.2 1.d4 d5 improvers editor and author of standard

editor and author of standard works on endgame theory

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and many players prefer to side-step the Open Sicilian with one of the Anti-Sicilian systems at White's disposal

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Hansen: Catastrophes & Tactics in the Chess Opening: Vol.2 1.d4 d5 improvers editor and author of standardEverybody wants to win fast, preferably straight out of the chess opening. This book is a collection of games played by top players in which either White or Black wins in 15 moves or less either a result of blunders, an accumulation of mistakes or brilliant chess tactics. Through the study of the games in this volume, you will improve your opening play, opening repertoire, strategies and tactical ability. The chess openings covered in this volume are: