Overview

The Torre Attack is a universally popular opening, especially in the cut and thrust of club chess. White's development plan is uncomplicated and there are clear tactical and positional goals. Sometimes White plays positionally; on other occasions he suddenly launches a direct attack against Black's king, and many quick White victories arise because this unexpected aggression catches Black off guard. In this book, Richard Palliser goes back to basics, studying the key principles of the Torre Attack and its numerous variations. He reveals everything you need to know about the opening, whether you are employing it with White or facing it with Black. The Everyman Chess Starting Out series has firmly established itself as the leading guide to studying openings for up-and-coming players. These books are distinguished by their easy-to-read layout, the lucid explanations of the fundamentals, and the abundance of notes, tips and warnings to help the reader absorb vital ideas. It is an essential guide to the Torre Attack. All the main lines are covered. It is ideal for improvers, club players and tournament players.

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9781857446517

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'The first books I browse when I go to the bookstore.'Chesscafe.com on the Starting Out series

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Richard Palliser is an International Master with numerous tournament successes to his name, and in 2006 he became Joint British Rapidplay Champion. He has established a reputation as a skilled and prolific chess writer.

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