The Nimzo-Larsen Attack: Move by Move by Cyrus Lakdawala

The Nimzo-Larsen Attack: Move by Move

By International Master Cyrus Lakdawala

A complete practical guide to one of White’s most flexible and creative hypermodern opening systems, The Nimzo-Larsen Attack: Move by Move by International Master Cyrus Lakdawala explores the opening beginning with 1.b3. The book explains how White can avoid heavily analyzed main lines while creating immediate strategic challenges through fianchetto development, indirect central control, and flexible piece play.

Using the popular Move by Move format, Lakdawala teaches the opening through interactive questions and answers, helping readers understand not only the moves but also the plans, tactics, and positional ideas behind them. The book presents a complete White repertoire and covers the many different structures that can arise from the Nimzo-Larsen Attack.

Topics Covered

• Nimzo-Larsen Attack (1.b3) repertoire for White
• Hypermodern opening principles
• Fianchetto strategy with Bb2
• Central pressure from a distance
• Typical plans and tactics for both White and Black
• Sharp attacking positions and strategic battles
• Transpositions into related systems
• Practical move-by-move training exercises

Key Features

• Complete White repertoire based on 1.b3
• Explains ideas and plans, not just variations
• Uses the effective Move by Move learning format
• Covers multiple Black setups and responses
• Ideal for players seeking unusual and flexible openings
• Written by experienced International Master Cyrus Lakdawala

Recommended For

Club players, tournament competitors, positional players, and opening enthusiasts who want a creative alternative to mainstream openings, improve their strategic understanding, and build a practical hypermodern repertoire with White.