de Prado: The London System in 12 Practical Lessons Bestseller Every chess player knows that

Every chess player knows that smooth wins are the exception

He has annotated these 42 games from a thoroughly modern perspective and with an innate understanding of the impact Carlsen's play has had on modern chess

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a wealth of hilarious but also touching stories and a vivid impression of the Dutch chess scene in the late 20th and early 21st century

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de Prado: The London System in 12 Practical Lessons Bestseller Every chess player knows thatStrategic Concepts, Typical Plans and Tactical Themes The London System is being played by an ever increasing number of players, and it's easy to see why. Against virtually every Black defence after 1. d4 it offers White an easy to learn and reliable set of lines. In the process, White has interesting choices between strategic or more aggressive approaches, while avoiding loads of opening theory. Ideal for players who don't have much time to study.