Chess Openings, Idas and Analysis: Giuoco Piano
Larry Melvyn Evans (1932-2002)
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From The Book Collector, Inc. ABAA, ILAB, Fort Worth, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
AbeBooks Seller since October 20, 1998
About this Item
39 pages with photograph and diagrams. Octavo (8 3/4" x 6") bound in original publisher's stapled wrappers. (Lusis: 517) First edition. Giuoco Piano 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bc4 Bc5 1The opening is also known as the Italian Game, although that name is also used to describe all games starting with 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bc4, regardless of Black's third move. The Giuoco Piano was popular through the 19th century, but modern refinements in defensive play have led most chess masters towards openings like the Ruy Lopez that offer White greater chances for long-term initiative. Condition: Light edge wear, lightly soiled else a very good copy. Seller Inventory # BOOKS007582
Bibliographic Details
Title: Chess Openings, Idas and Analysis: Giuoco ...
Publisher: Chess Digest, Dallas
Publication Date: 1973
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Very Good
Edition: 1st Edition
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