The Dutch has a well deserved reputation for being an uncompromising and aggressive opening. Playing the Dutch shows that you want to win. The Leningrad is one of the most popular and dynamic systems of the Dutch, and is a particular favourite of the younger generation of Russian Grandmasters. The book gives clear explanation of the key ideas, concentrates on dynamic new variations, ideal choice for attack minded players. Excellent annotations, anecdotes and cross-table.
Every player enjoys defeating their opponents in double quick time.
Each game is chosen for its instructive qualities and annotated in detail, and the games are grouped by theme to illustrate how the reader can win more miniatures themselves. Over the past decade or so a hitherto unexplored variation of the French Tarrasch has risen from relative obscurity to become one of the main lines. 4.exd5 Qxd5 and leads to open positions in which both sides have chances to seize the initiative at an early stage. It is a favourite with attacking players such as Jon Speelman, Vladimir Kramnik and Viswanathan Anand. However, largely due to the influence of GM Seirawan and world champion Garry Kasparov, the Classical has developed into one of White's most feared ways of meeting the Nimzo, and is a popular choice with grandmasters and club players alike.