First Steps: Caro-Kann Defence

by Andrew Martrin and Andrew Martin

Book Overview

The Caro-Kann Defence arises after the moves 1 e4 c6. With this first move Black (as is also the case with the French Defence - 1 e4 e6) plans 2 ... d5, establishing a well-protected central pawn. The Caro-Kann has a reputation as a rock solid defence that minimises the risk of Black being subjected to undue early pressure. Rather than inviting the opponent to engage in immediate warfare, Black focuses on completing development comfortably and postponng...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1781944164
• ISBN13: 9781781944165
• Release Date: May 2018
• Publisher: Everyman Chess
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.7" x 9.4"