Enterprising Strategy in the Opening by L.M. Pickett

Enterprising Strategy in the Opening by L. M. Pickett

Enterprising Strategy in the Opening by L. M. Pickett is a concise opening monograph that encourages players to adopt an active, enterprising approach to the opening phase of the game. Published around 1975, the book is part of a series of chess monographs in which Pickett presents practical opening ideas and original lines designed for competitive play rather than exhaustive theoretical coverage.

As noted in the author’s foreword, the emphasis is on providing “ideas that may be of use in matches or in tournaments” rather than detailed analytical variations. The book highlights practical opening concepts, aggressive plans, and lesser-known continuations that can help players gain the initiative and steer opponents into unfamiliar positions.

Topics Covered

• Practical opening systems and ideas
• Openings and early-game strategy
• Attacking Skill and initiative
• Strategic Thinking and practical planning
• Center Control and development
• Piece Coordination
• Original opening concepts
• Practical tournament applications

Key Features

• This is Pocket book
• Part of a series of chess opening monographs
• Focuses on practical ideas rather than extensive theoretical analysis
• Designed to provide useful weapons for Tournament and match play
• Encourages creative, enterprising play in the opening
• Compact reference for players seeking uncommon opening ideas

Recommended For

• Club players looking for practical opening ideas
• Tournament competitors seeking surprise weapons
• Players who prefer creative and aggressive opening play
• Chess students interested in practical opening strategy
• Collectors of classic chess monographs