Playing the English Gifts for Beginners focuses on the theme of

focuses on the theme of Rook vs

Who’s ahead

This match up shows the clash of styles and the value of Soviet preparation for such chess matches

By recognizing these typical patterns

His insights help players navigate the complexities of the opening with confidence

Playing the English Gifts for Beginners focuses on the theme ofThe English Opening arises after 1. c4, and is a great practical weapon for players of all levels. White dictates the opening from the very first move, and often reaches positions where understanding themes and plans is more important than the latest computer generated analysis. Nikolaos Ntirlis has been Playing the English successfully for many years in high level correspondence events, as well as teaching it to students ranging from club players to