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Evolution of Chess Opening Theory, The (Hardinge Simpole Chess Classics)

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Quintessential book by Chess Grandmaster Raymond Keene, who answers many queries on the game of chess and its openings. Ever wondered the secret of chess genius Garry Kasparov's successful openings or why some openings are favoured more than others? Then this is the book for you. With fresh discussions of some highly analyzed moves in chess history, the collection is a great one. Published by Hardinge and Simpole.

This book traces the development of combinational thought from the early days of chess events up to the reign of world champion Anatoly Karpov. By identifying key recurring elements in the decisive combinations of the champions, Keene shows how readers can recognise these elements and pull off crushing finishes in their own games.
Raymond Keene is a British Chess Champion, and the first British Player to achieve a FIDE (World Chess Federation) Grandmaster norm. He was awarded the OBE for services to chess in 1985. He is Chess Correspondent of The Times, The Sunday Times, The Spectator, and The International Herald Tribune. He is a prolific author of chess books, several of which are classics of the genre. He has organised three World Chess Championships.