Libro en inglés

La defensa francesa es una apertura clásica que ha figurado en el repertorio de muchos grandes maestros de élite. Las negras conceden, por lo general, una pequeña ventaja de espacio a las blancas, pero a cambio consiguen una estructura sólida y oportunidad de minar el centro adversario en el medio juego. Un cuidadoso estudio de esta defensa puede ser muy beneficioso para todos los jugadores, pues las estructuras y temas se pueden encontrar en muchas otras aperturas. Es este libro, el GM Damián Lemos guía al lector a través de las complejidades de esta dinámica apertura y explora todas las variantes importantes.

The French Defence is a classical opening that has featured in the repertoire of many elite grandmasters. Black generally concedes a slight spacial disadvantage early but in return gains a sound structure and middlegame opportunities to undermine the white centre. A close study of the French Defence can be very rewarding for all players as the structures and themes that arise are found in numerous other openings. In this book grandmaster Damian Lemos guides the reader through the complexities of this dynamic opening and explores all the important variations.

This series provides an ideal platform to study chess openings. By continually challenging the reader to answer probing questions throughout the book, the Move by Move format greatly encourages the learning and practising of vital skills just as much as the traditional assimilation of opening knowledge. Carefully selected questions and answers are designed to keep you actively involved and allow you to monitor your progress as you learn. This is an excellent way to study any chess opening and at the same time improve your general chess skills and knowledge.