Chess Developments: The Sicilian Dragon

Chess Developments is a brand new series providing state-of-the-art coverage of chess openings. Chess Developments focuses on critical lines, current trends, powerful new ideas and cutting-edge theory. It offers players of all levels the opportunity to increase their opening knowledge and understanding, and to expand and enhance their opening repertoires. The Sicilian Dragon is unquestionably one of the most popular and eagerly discussed chess openings. The main lines often lead to extremely complicated positions in which both sides attack freely, one slip could be fatal, and a deep knowledge of the opening theory and nuances could prove to be a decisive advantage. In this book, David Vigorito examines the most important and instructive Sicilian Dragon games in recent years. Vigorito is well-known for his opening expertise, and his work is always full of innovative ideas. In addition, his lucid explanations of the key plans and tactics will benefit all players. *Up-to-date coverage of the Sicilian Dragon *Packed with key new ideas and critical analysis *Written by a renowned opening expert