An Opening Repertoire for the Attacking Player by Raymond Keene and David N. L. Levy
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An Opening Repertoire for the Attacking Player by Raymond Keene and David N. L. Levy
Written by Grandmaster Raymond Keene and International Master David N. L. Levy, this practical opening guide is designed for players who want to build an aggressive and attacking repertoire without spending endless hours memorizing complicated opening theory. The authors select sharp, active systems that lead to interesting middlegames where imaginative players can create winning chances.
The book focuses on providing a complete practical repertoire by recommending one reliable attacking system against each major opening variation. Instead of aiming for purely theoretical battles, Keene and Levy emphasize reaching playable positions with initiative, tactical opportunities, and attacking potential that suit the style of an ambitious club or tournament player.
Topics Covered
- Building an attacking opening repertoire
- Aggressive systems for White and Black
- 1.e4 attacking setups for White
- Pirc Defence ideas for Black
- Benko Gambit structures and counterplay
- Flank openings and flexible attacking systems
- Tactical opening traps and themes
- Initiative and piece activity
- Strategic plans after the opening
- Transition from opening to middlegame attack
Key Features
- Complete attacking repertoire for practical players
- Focus on sharp positions and active play
- One recommended system against major variations
- Emphasis on ideas rather than excessive memorization
- Practical analysis of important opening positions
- Helps players reach comfortable attacking middlegames
- Suitable for club and tournament competition
- Written by Raymond Keene and David N. L. Levy
Recommended For
Club players, tournament competitors, attacking players, and ambitious chess students who want to develop an aggressive opening repertoire, improve their understanding of initiative and tactical play, and reach dynamic middlegame positions where active chess skills can decide the game.
An Opening Repertoire for the Attacking Player by Raymond Keene and David N. L. Levy
Written by Grandmaster Raymond Keene and International Master David N. L. Levy, this practical opening guide is designed for players who want to build an aggressive and attacking repertoire without spending endless hours memorizing complicated opening theory. The authors select sharp, active systems that lead to interesting middlegames where imaginative players can create winning chances.
The book focuses on providing a complete practical repertoire by recommending one reliable attacking system against each major opening variation. Instead of aiming for purely theoretical battles, Keene and Levy emphasize reaching playable positions with initiative, tactical opportunities, and attacking potential that suit the style of an ambitious club or tournament player.
Topics Covered
- Building an attacking opening repertoire
- Aggressive systems for White and Black
- 1.e4 attacking setups for White
- Pirc Defence ideas for Black
- Benko Gambit structures and counterplay
- Flank openings and flexible attacking systems
- Tactical opening traps and themes
- Initiative and piece activity
- Strategic plans after the opening
- Transition from opening to middlegame attack
Key Features
- Complete attacking repertoire for practical players
- Focus on sharp positions and active play
- One recommended system against major variations
- Emphasis on ideas rather than excessive memorization
- Practical analysis of important opening positions
- Helps players reach comfortable attacking middlegames
- Suitable for club and tournament competition
- Written by Raymond Keene and David N. L. Levy
Recommended For
Club players, tournament competitors, attacking players, and ambitious chess students who want to develop an aggressive opening repertoire, improve their understanding of initiative and tactical play, and reach dynamic middlegame positions where active chess skills can decide the game.
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