Nimzo-Indian Kasparov Variation: 4 Nf3 as Popularized by Garry Kasparov

Ward, Chris

ISBN 10: 1857443101 / ISBN 13: 9781857443103

Published by Everyman Chess, 2003

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Title: Nimzo-Indian Kasparov Variation: 4 Nf3 as ...

Publisher: Everyman Chess

Publication Date: 2003

Binding: Soft cover

Condition: New

Edition: 1st Edition

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Synopsis:

The Nimzo-Indian Defence is certainly one of Black's most respectable ways of meeting 1 d4; it's popular at all levels of chess and White players have been banging their heads against brick walls in trying to find an advantageous line. What can White do to throw his opponent off balance at an early stage? The answer is contained in this book! Grandmaster and renowned openings expert Chris Ward studies an ambitious and uncompromising way of battling against the Nimzo, one which the world number one Garry Kasparov first brought into the limelight in his legendary World Championship clashes with Anatoly Karpov. Kasparov's continued success with this line prompted many experts to call it the "Kasparov Variation". By studying this book, white players can arm themselves with a new dangerous system against the Nimzo, while Black players can look carefully for antidotes!

* All main lines are covered
* Written by a renowned Nimzo-Indian expert
* Strategies and tactics examined for both sides

From the Back Cover:

The Nimzo-Indian is one of the great headaches for queen pawn players. This rock solid defense is popular at all levels and enthusiasts of 1 d4 have struggled long and hard to find an advantageous line against it. How can White throw a solid Nimzo player off their stride at an early stage?
One highly promising try is the Kasparov Variation!
Grandmaster and renowned openings expert Chris Ward studies an ambitious and uncompromising way of battling against the Nimzo, one which the world number one Garry Kasparov first brought into the limelight in his legendary World Championship clashes with Anatoly Karpov. Kasparov¿s continued success with this line prompted many experts to call it the ¿Kasparov Variation¿. By studying this book, white players can arm themselves with a new dangerous system against the Nimzo, while black players can look carefully for antidotes!
All main lines are covered in this guide. It is written by a renowned Nimzo-Indian expert and includes examined strategies and tactics for both sides.