Ward Chris. Sicilian Dragon: The Real Deal. Part 1: Understanding The Dragon (SDVL)

ChessBase, October 13, 2020. — ISBN: 978-3-86681-786-9.Chris Ward shows you the ins and outs of the Sicilian Dragon.A two-DVD series taking a look at Black’s most aggressive response to 1.e4 from both a principled and theoretical perspective.In this first part, the emphasis is on themes and ideas as the viewer is armed with tactical and positional motifs and concepts after 1.e4 c5 2.Nf3 d6 3.d4 cxd4 4.Nxd4 Nf6 5.Nc3 g6. From the basic weaponry of the legendary Dragon bishop, maximizing the c-file and traps and zaps, through to more complex topics such as prophylaxis and when to use the e-pawn, so many finer points are covered here.Whatever your level, this is designed to develop your comprehension of this ultra-exciting opening so as never to leave you reliant on parrot-fashion learning. No, we have a slightly bigger bird in mind and whilst theory and assessments on variations may change, this information is timeless and guaranteed to develop your understanding and breathe fire into your chess!Chris Ward is an English grandmaster who gained the title after becoming British Champion in 1996. Being a successful tournament player and popular chess commentator, he is also a well-known endgame and opening theoretician who has authored a large number of books. Last but not least, Ward enjoys an excellent reputation as a chess coach, having mentored many teams and youngsters in and outside Britain. Maybe his talent for teaching is in his blood - he is also a passionate Salsa dancer and instructor!Themes Part 1.DescriptionDark Squared Defender.
Enter The Dragon.
Traps And Zaps.
Thematic d5 pawn break.
Nifty Knights And Raking Bishops.
The Dragadorf Set Up.
Beautiful Bishop 5 Square.
The Thematic Exchange Sac.
Themes Part 2.DescriptionMake A Date with Queen c8.
Combining Themes.
The Action C file.
Strive To Thrive With e5.
In a fix, try e6.
Blocker Trapper Chiseler.
The Big White Knight.
The Prophylactic Rook e8.
Exercises.DescriptionExercise 01.
Exercise 02.
Exercise 03.
Exercise 04.
Exercise 05.
Exercise 06.
Exercise 07.
Exercise 08.
Exercise 09.
Exercise 10.
Bonus.
Analysis.
Further Games.
Exercises.