The Ruy Lopez is arguably the most classic of chess openings. White immediately starts the battle for the centre, fighting for the initiative. This strategic clarity has made the Ruy Lopez, or Spanish Opening, an eternal favourite with chess players at all levels. Inevitably, this popularity has also led to a wealth of opening theory. In this book, Fabiano Caruana takes you by the hand and lays out a complete and practical White repertoire for club players. He avoids complicated chaotic lines, but doesn’t shy away from sharp battles. Caruana loves to find and use the tactics to punish Black for risky choices. This one-volume and crystal-clear repertoire covers fifteen main variations, from the classical lines to the anti-Marshall (8.a4), and from the Schliemann (3…f5) to the Modern Steinitz. In an easy-to-grasp manner Caruana explains general characteristics, such as permanent weaknesses long-term goals, and is always looking for an advantage for White. The insights of the World #2 in this classic opening, will not only greatly improve your results in the Ruy Lopez, but also sharpen your general chess knowledge. Inspired by Caruana’s ChessBase Series Navigating the Ruy Lopez. Fabiano Caruana became a grandmaster at the age of 14. Ever since his majestic tournament win at the 2014 Sinquefield Cup, he has been the undisputed #2 in the Chess world. In 2018 he earned the right to challenge Magnus Carlsen in a match for the World Championship and only narrowly lost in the play-off. ISBN: 9789056919443  

Wer die Spanische Partie spielt, will nicht nur die Eröffnung kennen – sondern auch die typischen Mittelspielideen verstehen, die sich aus genau dieser Eröffnung ergeben. Dieses Buch schließt eine zentrale Lücke in der Schachliteratur: Statt allgemeiner Mittelspiel-Theorie bekommst du konkretes Strategiewissen für typische Spanisch-Stellungen. Deine Vorteile auf einen Blick Spezialisiert auf Spanische Mittelspiele – keine themenfremden Beispiele wie aus Damengambit oder Indischen Systemen Über 100 Übungen, exklusiv zu einer typischen Struktur: Weiß mit c3–d4–e4 gegen Schwarz mit e5–d6 Ideal für e4-Spieler, die sich auf typische Spanisch-Pläne fokussieren wollen Nach Themen geordnet, u. a. Aufstiegskandidat, Gewaltmaßnahme, Drucksteigerung, einziger Zug – und auch humorvolle Kategorien wie „Scherzartikel“ Praxisnaher Lernansatz statt trockener Theorie – mit klaren Plänen, typischen Motiven und interaktiven Aufgaben Perfekt geeignet für Fortgeschrittene, die ihre Stellungseinschätzung und strategischen Entscheidungen verbessern wollen Warum dieses Buch? Viele Mittelspielbücher behandeln alles – und dadurch oft nichts richtig. Wer Spanisch spielt, will nicht lernen, wie man einen Minoritätsangriff im Damengambit ausführt. Dieses Buch ist anders: Es bleibt ganz bewusst bei einer klar definierten Struktur – damit du typische Ideen vertiefst, wiedererkennst und im Spiel sicher anwenden kannst. Ein Muss für alle, die die Spanische Partie nicht nur spielen, sondern verstehen wollen.

Dreev offers a new look at the old system 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 Bb5 Nge7 which is one of the most challenging ways to combat the Spanish. ISBN: 978-6197188011

The Berlin Defence has been a highly popular opening in top level chess ever since Vladimir Kramnik famously used it in the 2000 World Championship match to wrest the title from Garry Kasparov. Club players often hesitate to include ‘the Berlin’ in their repertoire because they see the typical Berlin Wall endgame as complex and daunting. International Master Luis Bernal has unraveled the Berlin and made it accessible for amateur players. His practical guide is fully up to date, explains typical formations and strategies, and presents new ideas and resources in the old Berlin Wall structures. But today, the Berlin is much more than just the Wall. Bernal systematically leads you through the labyrinth of the various modern Anti-Berlins with their constant flow of new ideas. He also presents a number of tricky sidelines that could catch your opponent off guard. This no-nonsense, state-of-the-art guide finally brings this important chess opening within reach of club players. With clear explanations, concise conclusions and didactic exercises. Luis Javier Bernal (1971) is an International Master from Spain, an experienced chess trainer and a well-known journalist. CHESS Magazine (UK): "These days White often dodges the main line, not least with 4.d3, and here Bernal’s coverage is especially up to date, while also including at times some slightly offbeat counters." Heins Daubler, Der Neue Tag Newspaper: "The claim of ‘unraveling’ the Berlin is completely justified (..) An extremely instructive and clear-cut work." Glenn Flear, author of 'Starting Out: the Open Games':“The book is classy. Luis Bernal investigates the latest theoretical developments, but hasn't skimped on explanation. He covers with equal verve both sidelines and cutting-edge variations with enough detail to get the message across, but without over-stuffing the notes (..) A rich tapestry of ideas, drama, and humour (..) It's an excellent example of an author giving the reader essential information, rather than propaganda.”