International Master Andrew Martin teaches newcomers to the game, as well as beginner players, how to play the opening successfully. This part of the game can often overwhelm players and the goal of this series is to provide a better understanding of the opening so that you can play with confidence in your own games. Throughout the series Andrew will systematically work through the basics of all major chess openings and show you how to play them.

Volume 1 starts by looking at opening fundamentals, after which two classic openings after 1.e4 e5 are examined: the Scotch Game and the Italian Game.

Chapters include:

1. Opening Principles
2. The Scotch Game
3. The Scotch Game - Illustrative Example
4. The Italian Game
5. The Italian Game - Illustrative Example

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