The Najdorf Sicilian is one of Black's most respected and popular
responses to 1 e4. It was favoured by those two titans of the game,
Bobby Fischer and Garry Kasparov and in the modern game it features in
the repertoire of many elite players. This rich opening creates a wealth
of opportunities for vigorous attacks, causing most games to be tense
and engaging. The Najdorf is that very rare thing - an opening for Black
that is highly aggressive but is also recognised as being objectively
sound. In this book, FIDE Master John Doknjas and National Master Joshua
Doknjas navigate through the main lines of the Najdorf and provide the
reader with well-researched, fresh, and innovative analysis. Each
annotated game has valuable lessons on how to play the opening, and
contains instructive commentary on typical middle-game plans. With
thorough variations and explanations on pawn structures and piece
placement, this book provides insight to both strong masters and less
experienced players alike. The format is ideal for the chessplayer keen
to improve their game. While reading you are continually challenged to
answer probing questions - a method that greatly encourages the learning
and practising of vital skills just as much as the traditional
assimilation of chess 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
chess while providing the best possible chance to retain what has been
learnt.
