Modern Chess Openings (Griffith & White) by Walter Korn

Modern Chess Openings (Griffith & White) edited and completely revised by Walter Korn

Modern Chess Openings (MCO) is one of the most influential and enduring reference works on chess opening theory. Originally created by R. C. Griffith and J. H. White, this edition was edited and completely revised by Walter Korn, who modernized the work with updated analysis and contemporary opening developments. The book became a standard reference source for players studying the principles, variations, and classifications of chess openings.

The book provides a systematic survey of major chess openings, presenting move sequences, theoretical variations, and explanations of opening ideas. It serves as a comprehensive guide for understanding opening structures, strategic concepts, and the evolution of opening practice in modern chess.

Topics Covered

• Classification of Chess Openings
• Major opening systems and variations
• Opening theory and move orders
• Center Control and development principles
• Pawn Structure and strategic formations
• Piece development and coordination
• Classical opening ideas and plans
• Transpositions and theoretical lines

Key Features

• Based on the classic work by R. C. Griffith and J. H. White
• Edited and completely revised by Walter Korn
• One of the most respected Opening reference books in chess history
• Provides extensive coverage of established opening variations
• Includes systematic classification of opening systems
• Valuable resource for Strategic Thinking, opening preparation, and tournament study
• A classic reference volume for serious chess players and collectors

Recommended For

• Tournament players building and improving opening repertoires
• Club players studying classical opening theory
• Chess students learning opening structures and variations
• Players interested in the history and development of chess openings
• Chess collectors seeking important reference works