A complete survey of the modern Pirc defence, whereby Black tempts White to build up a big pawn centre which then becomes the target for counter-attack, this is written by John Nunn, a Grandmaster ranked tenth in the world and author of several books on chess.

The Complete Pirc (The Macmillan Chess Library)

Humor & Entertainment

Nunn, John

Puzzles & Games

Collier Books

Explains in detail how to use the Marshall attack, and also describes methods of defense

The Marshall Attack

HARDING, TIM

The King's Indian defence is a favourite with attacking players, and has formed a major part of the repertoires of many great players, including Bobby Fisher and Gary Kasparov. The classical variation is the most popular line in the King's Indian, and it leads to complex positions in which good preparation is vital. Here, John Nunn takes a thorough look at the variation, providing many new ideas for both White and Black.

The Classical King's Indian (The Macmillan Chess Library)

Najdorf for the Tournament Player (Macmillan Chess Library)

Far from being a rather slow strategic phase, the endgame in chess is in fact highly tactical, requiring accurate calculation and constant alertness. This guide to the tactics of the endgame is by a grandmaster, and is intended for players of all levels.

Tactical Chess Endings

<p>Analyzes twenty chess games, discusses strategy, and includes advice on how to analyze a position</p>

Secrets of Grandmaster Play (Macmillan Chess Library)

Griffiths,Peter

<p>In this book, John Nunn, a top-class grandmaster who is also one of the world's finest solvers, explains the methods by which chess problems and studies are solved. The logical and creative methods advocated, while targeted at the solving of composed positions, may also help players find startling tactical solutions in their games. Solving in Style also constitutes an entertaining and insightful introduction to the world of problems and studies. There are chapters on series problems and other unorthodox stipulations, and also a discussion of specific themes such as the Novotny interference.This classic text is one of few on this important subject, and is now available again, having been difficult to obtain for a decade. Chess positions for solving are as old as the game itself, and provide stimulating and beneficial exercise for chess-players. However, while there is an abundance of books on chess puzzles, and much specialist literature on studies and problems, there is an astonis</p>

Solving in Style

Unwin Hyman

The Pirc defence is one of Black's most aggressive systems, leading to a sharp strategic and tactical struggle in which both players have chances to win. The author surveys the current state of theory in all lines and explains the strategic ideas, concentrating on variations likely to be met. John Nunn is a Grandmaster and the author of other books on chess, including "The Benoni for the Tournament Player".

The Pirc for the Tournament Player

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Pirc for the Tournament Player

David&Charles

The Complete Pirc

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