Hansen: Back to Basics: Openings Holz The book examines unconventional moves

The book examines unconventional moves that computer engines play in modern tournament positions—moves that humans typically fail to find or consider

1 The Advance Variation

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whether you wish to prepare thoroughly against an old adversary

Hansen: Back to Basics: Openings Holz The book examines unconventional movesBecause of the sheer volume of variations, possible transpositions and ever changing theory, chess openings can be overwhelming even intimidating. This book is an introduction to understanding and playing chess openings. The author, Danish Master Carsten Hansen, stresses opening play based on comprehending opening principles as well as useful, fundamental knowledge. With an overview of all the most important opening variations, examples of good and