1..d6 Move by Move (Everyman Chess) - Softcover

This is a new series which provides an ideal platform to study chess openings. By continually challenging the reader to answer probing questions throughout the book, Move by Move greatly encourages the learning and practising of vital skills just as much as the traditional assimilation of opening knowledge. Carefully selected questions and answers are designed to keep you actively involved, and allow you to monitor your progress as you learn. This is an excellent way to study any chess opening and at the same time improve your general skills and knowledge. 1...d6 can be employed as a universal defence to any White opening, which makes it an ideal practical weapon for Black. In this book, Cyrus Lakdawala examines a cocktail of challenging lines with 1...d6. He builds a repertoire for Black, studies the typical plans and tactics for both sides, and provides answers to all the key questions. *Presents a repertoire for Black with 1...d6 *Includes tactical and strategic exercises *Utilizes an ideal approach to chess study

Cyrus Lakdawala is an International Master, a former National Open and American Open Champion, and a six-time State Champion. He has been teaching chess for over 30 years, and coaches some of the top junior players in the US.