The Leningrad Dutch (Ehlvest) - 2a mano

The Dutch Defence has a well-deserved reputation for being an uncompromising and aggressive opening. Playing the Dutch shows that you are not going to be content with just a draw. You want to win! The Leningrad system is one of the most popular and dynamic variations of the Dutch, and is a particular favourite of the younger generation of Russian and former Soviet Grandmasters.

• Clear explanation of the key ideas
• Concentrates on dynamic new variations
• Ideal choice for attack-minded players

Jaan Ehlvest is an Estonian Grandmaster who has been one of the world's leading players over the last few years. He was a member of the all-conquering Soviet team, and reached the Candidate stage of the World Championship in 1988. Ehlvest has played the Dutch Defence at the highest level with tremendous success and is an expert of the Leningrad Variation.

• Casa editrice Batsford
• Codice 2218us
• Anno First Edition 1993
• Pagine 139
• Isbn 0-7134-6754-1