18 Dec 06
Originally posted by SquelchbelchAfter KG, my 2nd favorite opening. I already have 2 books on it but another won't hurt. I've had quite a few wins here that I can attribute directly to "blunders" where the book explains the winning ideas that otherwise I would never have seen or played. Haven't really managed to translate that into OTB performance as the Morra is a more subtle strategic game than the violent tactics of a KGA, although it is not without its tactical niceties.
http://www.ischach.com/product_info.php?info=p4958_Langrock--The-Modern-Morra-Gambit.html
Published last month.😀
Has anyone got it?
I probably will as the MG only gets a passing reference in most books.
18 Dec 06
Originally posted by Dragon FireThey're my 2 favourites as well.
After KG, my 2nd favorite opening. I already have 2 books on it but another won't hurt. I've had quite a few wins here that I can attribute directly to "blunders" where the book explains the winning ideas that otherwise I would never have seen or played. Haven't really managed to translate that into OTB performance as the Morra is a more subtle strategic game than the violent tactics of a KGA, although it is not without its tactical niceties.
Which books would you suggest for KG?
I was thinking:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Fascinating-Kings-Gambit-Thomas-Johansson/dp/1412046475/sr=8-3/qid=1166438968/ref=sr_1_3/026-8645361-4234823?ie=UTF8&s=books
or
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Kings-Gambit-Swashbuckling-Openings-Batsford/dp/0713484519/sr=8-4/qid=1166438968/ref=sr_1_4/026-8645361-4234823?ie=UTF8&s=books
Do you have any better suggestions for intermediate 1500 players?
18 Dec 06
Originally posted by SquelchbelchMy only book on the Kings Gambit is by Korchnoi and is years old.
They're my 2 favourites as well.
Which books would you suggest for KG?
I was thinking:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Fascinating-Kings-Gambit-Thomas-Johansson/dp/1412046475/sr=8-3/qid=1166438968/ref=sr_1_3/026-8645361-4234823?ie=UTF8&s=books
or
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Kings-Gambit-Swashbuckling-Openings-Batsford/dp/0713484519/sr=8-4/qid=1166438968/re ...[text shortened]... 61-4234823?ie=UTF8&s=books
Do you have any better suggestions for intermediate 1500 players?
Its good, within limitations as I have been caught out a number of times by more recent innovations that refute the old lines.
I am looking at buying all the books you suggest as too many can't hurt me.
18 Dec 06
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Originally posted by PawnChopOk great! Make sure you let me know.
i have the book but haven't started reading it yet. I've had a cursory look and it's very indepth with lots of explanations. Looks very promising.
By the way:
Game 2880816
I heartily approve - nice one😉
18 Dec 06
Originally posted by SquelchbelchA KG book is being made and will be out by February from Everyman Chess. It looks excellent, Tony gave me the info. about it - I'm waiting for it.
They're my 2 favourites as well.
Which books would you suggest for KG?
I was thinking:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Fascinating-Kings-Gambit-Thomas-Johansson/dp/1412046475/sr=8-3/qid=1166438968/ref=sr_1_3/026-8645361-4234823?ie=UTF8&s=books
or
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Kings-Gambit-Swashbuckling-Openings-Batsford/dp/0713484519/sr=8-4/qid=1166438968/re ...[text shortened]... 61-4234823?ie=UTF8&s=books
Do you have any better suggestions for intermediate 1500 players?
18 Dec 06
Being a former KGist myself, I have to say that far and away the best book on it to date is Joe Gallagher's "Winning with the King's Gambit". If you can find this, buy it immediately. Joe Gallagher is probably one of the best GM KG players ever, and has probably played it with more regularity than a lot of other well known players. Not to mention he has a sick attacking style which fits well with the opening and he is a great writer. GET IT. And it's true, Jonathon Tait has new book coming out in less than a month on the KG. Should be all around interesting. 😀
18 Dec 06
Originally posted by !~TONY~!Yeah, I want that Gallagher book.
Being a former KGist myself, I have to say that far and away the best book on it to date is Joe Gallagher's "Winning with the King's Gambit". If you can find this, buy it immediately. Joe Gallagher is probably one of the best GM KG players ever, and has probably played it with more regularity than a lot of other well known players. Not to mention he has a s ...[text shortened]... as new book coming out in less than a month on the KG. Should be all around interesting. 😀
