Jones, The Dragon Vol. 1 - gebunden

The Dragon is one of the most thrilling chess openings and a favourite of attacking players. But can this sharp and provocative system still be played in the modern era GM Gawain Jones says Yes!

In this two-volume work, the world s strongest Dragon specialist guides you through the Black repertoire he has played successfully against world-class opposition. Drawing on his deep understanding as a lifelong Dragon exponent, Jones explains the key concepts and supports his recommendations with cutting-edge analysis.

This volume deals with the 9.Bc4 and 9.g4 variations of the Yugoslav Attack.


GM Gawain Jones has been a member of the English Olympiad team since 2008. He was Commonwealth Champion in 2011, British Champion in 2012, and has a peak rating (so far!) of 2671.


Contents

Key to symbols used

Preface

Bibliography

Move Order Guide

Dragon Themes

Soltis Variation
1. 13.Bg5 Rc5! 14.Kb1
2. 14.g4
3. 14th Move Alternatives
4. 13.Bh6
5. 13.Kb1
6. 13th Move Alternatives

Topalov Variation
7. 13.Nd5 - The Main Line
8. 13.h4
9. Other 13th Moves

Yugoslav Attack
10. Burnett Variation
11. Minor Lines after 10.0-0-0
12. 10.h4 - Minor Lines
13. Early Deviations
14. 9.g4 without 10.Nxe6
15. 10.Nxe6