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The Caro-Kann Revisited by GM Francesco Rambaldi
A Dynamic Repertoire for Black
In this book, I recommend the Caro-Kann Defense as a viable and flexible opening for Black. Let’s examine, point by point, how it compares to both 1…e5 and 1…c5.
ISBN 9789492510761, Paperback, 308 pages, Thinkers Publishing
A Dynamic Repertoire for Black
In this book, I recommend the Caro-Kann Defense as a viable and flexible opening for Black. Let’s examine, point by point, how it compares to both 1…e5 and 1…c5.
- Judging the amount of theory required to play an opening is not an exact science, but it is quite clear that the Caro-Kann will be an easier opening to pick up from scratch than any Sicilian. The amount of theory is probably more comparable to a 1…e5 repertoire, depending on which variations one chooses to play.
- As I mentioned earlier, the Caro-Kann is not played as frequently as 1…e5 and 1…c5. Further, the Caro-Kann comes in various flavors and can be adopted either as a mainstay or surprise weapon, due to these diverse options Black has.
- Chess players always need to make some concessions in the opening, but this point is the hardest to tackle for any chess player (for good reason). I believe that the Caro-Kann is very playable, and that it is White who needs to find fresh ideas to trouble Black. Opening theory will evolve well beyond this book, but the Caro-Kann will remain a viable opening.
- Last but not least, the Caro-Kann is a pretty good choice if you are looking to avoid simple draws or major simplifications since it rarely leads to forcing variations.
ISBN 9789492510761, Paperback, 308 pages, Thinkers Publishing
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