Few would disagree that the Queen's Gambit is one of the most important
openings in chess. It has a long and distinguished history and has been
played by virtually all the strongest Grandmasters: Garry Kasparov,
Vladimir Kramnik, Anatoly Karpov, Vishy Anand--the list goes on and on!
From the very beginning White develops actively, takes the initiative
and strives to dominate the center. Most agree that the Queen's Gambit
is White's best chance for an opening advantage after 1 d4 d5. Despite
its many advantages, some prospective Queen's Gambit players are put off
by the possibility of having to learn a labyrinth of different
variations. In Play the Queen's Gambit Chris Ward solves this problem by
presenting the reader with a concise and workable repertoire, offering a
solution against each of Black's possible defences, whether it's a
critical major variation or a tricky sideline. Ward examines the
tactical and strategic motifs for both players and arms the reader with
enough information and self-assurance to begin playing the Queen's
Gambit in his or her own games. >Explains an opening favored by the
world's elite >Written by a renowned Queen's Gambit expert >Covers all
of Black's defences >Ideal for club and tournament players
