The Grünfeld Defence
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Few chess openings demand as much theoretical knowledge and creative dynamism as the Grünfeld Defence, and William R. Hartston's authoritative volume stands as one of the most rigorous treatments of this razor-sharp system. Part of the prestigious Contemporary Chess Openings series, edited by R. G. Wade, this work chronicles the intricate variations that arise after Black's provocative kingside fianchetto, systematically presenting the strategic and tactical resources available to both sides. Hartston details the historical evolution of the opening, from its origins with Ernst Grünfeld in 1922 through its adoption by the world's elite grandmasters, illustrating why it remains a weapon of choice at the highest levels of competitive play. Written with the analytical precision and instructional clarity that Batsford chess titles are celebrated for, the book presents complex positional ideas in an accessible format suited to club players and serious competitors alike. Hartston argues that a deep understanding of the Grünfeld's central pawn tensions is the key to mastering modern hypermodern chess theory, making this volume an indispensable guide for anyone wishing to wield — or counter — one of chess's most intellectually demanding defences.
Author: William R. Hartston
Format: Hardback
Published: 1971, B. T. Batsford Limited London
Genre: Reference & language
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Few chess openings demand as much theoretical knowledge and creative dynamism as the Grünfeld Defence, and William R. Hartston's authoritative volume stands as one of the most rigorous treatments of this razor-sharp system. Part of the prestigious Contemporary Chess Openings series, edited by R. G. Wade, this work chronicles the intricate variations that arise after Black's provocative kingside fianchetto, systematically presenting the strategic and tactical resources available to both sides. Hartston details the historical evolution of the opening, from its origins with Ernst Grünfeld in 1922 through its adoption by the world's elite grandmasters, illustrating why it remains a weapon of choice at the highest levels of competitive play. Written with the analytical precision and instructional clarity that Batsford chess titles are celebrated for, the book presents complex positional ideas in an accessible format suited to club players and serious competitors alike. Hartston argues that a deep understanding of the Grünfeld's central pawn tensions is the key to mastering modern hypermodern chess theory, making this volume an indispensable guide for anyone wishing to wield — or counter — one of chess's most intellectually demanding defences.