First Steps: The Scandinavian

by Cyrus Lakdawala

The Scandinavian (also known as the Centre Counter Defence) occurs when Black meets White's 1 e4 with 1 ... d5, immediately countering in the centre. White invariably continues with 2 exd5 when Black can choose between two systems, both of which are covered in this book. Firstly 2 ... Qxd5, which regains the pawn immediately but exposes the black queen early on - a feature that complicates the play for both players. Secondly 2 ... Nf6, which invites...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1781944547
• ISBN13: 9781781944547
• Release Date: March 2018
• Publisher: Everyman Chess
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.7" x 9.4"