The Chesscafe Puzzle Book 3 Test And Improve Your Defensive Skill 1st Karsten Mller by Karsten Müller, Merijn Van Delft 9781888690668, 1888690666 instant download after payment.

Defend to the End! One of the most important skills a chessplayer needs is the ability to defend a position that is under siege. In this third volume in the highly acclaimed, best-selling ChessCafe Puzzle Book series, International Grandmaster Karsten M??ller along with International Master Merij van Delft examine and expound upon the vital defensive concepts and techniques used to repulse enemy attacks. Major topics include (1) Principles and methods of defending; (2) Defending against a direct attack on the king; (3) Countering the initiative; (4) Saving the draw; (5) Passive versus active defense; and (6) Use and development of counterplay. Many of the world s greatest players Steinitz, Lasker, Petrosian were famous for their legendary defensive skills. Now International Grandmaster Karsten M??ller along with International Master Merijn van Delft will show you how you can Test and Improve Your Defensive Skill.