The Tarrasch Defence: Move by Move

The Tarrasch is an ambitious defence to the Queen's Gambit. Black's concept is an aggressive one – he willingly accepts an isolated queen's pawn but in return seizes space in the centre and gains freedom of development for all his pieces. In this book, International Master and Tarrasch expert Sam Collins takes an in-depth look at this popular opening and its many variations. Using illustrative games, Collins highlights the typical plans and tactics for both sides, presents repertoire options for Black and provides answers to all the key questions.

• Essential guidance and training in the Tarrasch Defence
• Utilizes an ideal approach to chess study
• Includes repertoire options for Black