Shaw: Playing 1.e4 Vol.2 Damen Gambit The book is designed for

The book is designed for players of all levels

but also how it was all built up from the beginning

although the hints can be rather cryptic as well

” This is an excellent and original book that can be absorbed on several different levels

he gives the reader a clear way to expand his understanding of this vital part of the game

Shaw: Playing 1.e4 Vol.2 Damen Gambit The book is designed forDeveloping an effective repertoire with 1. e4 requires extensive research, mixed with fine judgement and a good deal of creativity. In this, the second of three volumes, GM John Shaw turns the analytical spotlight on the French Defence, advocating his own favourite weapon for White, the Tarrasch Variation. The final part of the book begins the mammoth task of tackling the Sicilian Defence, by considering a number of rare but tricky options available