{"title":"Adrien Demuth","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Adrien Demuth's chess literature. Renowned for his mastery in transforming classical openings into strategic masterpieces, Demuth brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to chess enthusiasts looking to elevate their game. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our collection featuring pivotal works such as \u003cem\u003eThe Modernized Reti, Extended Second Edition\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Modernized Sicilian Kan\u003c\/em\u003e. These books delve deep into innovative strategies, providing readers with comprehensive guides to navigating these timeless chess openings. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAdrien Demuth's contributions are a must-have for both beginners eager to expand their repertoire and advanced players looking for fresh insights. Each book is meticulously crafted to enhance your strategic thinking and tactical prowess on the chessboard. Immerse yourself in the thoughtful and well-structured guidance that has made Demuth a respected author within the chess community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the artistry of chess with Adrien Demuth's enlightening works, where every move is a step towards mastering the intricate dance of the game.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-modernized-reti-extended-second-edition-by-adrien-demuth-9789492510365","title":"The Modernized Reti, extended second edition","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Modernized Reti\u003c\/em\u003e offers cutting-edge variations, sharp analysis with ample novelties, pleasant text, a knowledgeable author who practises what he preaches and a full repertoire. You can't ask for much more than that!\" - GM Glean Flear, NIC YB 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reti opening has become increasingly popular in recent years. In \u003cem\u003eThe Modernized Reti\u003c\/em\u003e, Adrien Demuth demonstrates how to handle this refined opening. With numerous transpositions into different types of positions, it is one of the richest choices White has when starting the game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are seeking a refined, tricky, and dynamic way to play as White, Adrien will surely guide you in his first book for Thinkers Publishing!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46998732701932,"sku":"9789492510365","price":74.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/22310723485567.jpg?v=1763229028"},{"product_id":"the-modernized-sicilian-kan-by-adrien-demuth-9789464201383","title":"The Modernized Sicilian Kan","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen you are building your repertoire you have many choices available against 1.e4. Everyone knows the Sicilian is the most dangerous reply but there are so many choices!\u003c\/strong\u003e Most of them are highly theoretical such as the Najdorf or the Dragon. Some are very difficult to understand from a positional and dynamical point of view. The Kalashnikov and the Sveshnikov are two good examples, without even mentioning the amount of theory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eI have always been interested in less theoretical Sicilians. I have been playing the Classical Sicilian for a long time and right before the COVID period, I decided to find a new one. The Sicilian Kan came to me as a very serious option, and I decided to work on it. In the meantime, my friend and editor Daniel Vanheirzeele offered me the chance to author a book about it. This came to me as a complete surprise, as I had no experience with it. In comparison with my work on the Reti and the Dutch (my two previous books), I am a newbie on the subject. But I decided to accept the challenge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eI found it extremely interesting, as this gave me a fresh look at the positions. I think I managed to ask myself the questions everyone would have asked. I also work as a second for others and am accustomed to working on openings I do not necessarily play as well as finding the key ideas very quickly. So, after deep initial work to understand the variations, I was ready to start writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn opposition to my prior efforts, I decided to start with the mainlines. I did it both during my work and then in the structure of the book. It seemed better to address the most difficult lines first to prove that Black gets playable positions, and then take care of the less challenging lines. This approach allows you to have an idea of the typical positions and then compare them with the less usual lines so you may understand why the sidelines are not as good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eI take this as an opportunity to share my knowledge of openings and how I analyse them. I started this book with the idea that I wanted it to be useful for all levels of playing strength, from amateurs to even top grandmasters. I really consider the best books to be those where everyone can understand the basics of the variations while also being of use to anyone that aims at going deeper into the theory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eI based many of the lines and conclusions in this book not only on computer evaluation, but also from a practical point of view. While I did a deep dive using strong engines when analysing the lines I cannot say that they are perfect. The most important thing is that all of the evaluations are based upon my own understanding and knowledge of chess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAdrien Demuth, November 2021\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46998732964076,"sku":"9789464201383","price":74.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/20078803485557.jpg?v=1763229053"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/adrien-demuth.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}