Konikowski/Bekemann: Openings - Semi-Open Games metadata-enriched The English Defence (1 d4

The English Defence (1 d4 e6 2 c4 b6) is a dynamic

- Presents a repertoire for White with 1 b3

asymmetrical answer to 1

should be perfectly prepared to counter the move 1

Illustrative Games

Konikowski/Bekemann: Openings - Semi-Open Games metadata-enriched The English Defence (1 d4What does a chess player need who is familiar with the rules but often gets into trouble right away in the opening? This question was the starting point for the authors before they began to compile their material. The result is a book that gives explanations to help the reader understand the 'Semi Open Games' such as the French Defense and the Caro Kann Defense (note that the 'Sicilian Defense' was discussed in a separate volume) and instructions to