King: King's Kalashnikov Sicilian Klassiker and a high-level opening repertoire

and a high-level opening repertoire for both black and white

with insights into the grandmaster's approach to questions of technique

In each game Kravtsiv picks out a key point – the Magnus Moment – where Carlsen demonstrates the special insight that sets him apart from other players

Is this book suitable for tournament players

many Grandmasters

King: King's Kalashnikov Sicilian Klassiker and a high-level opening repertoireEven in the Sicilian Defense, one of the most popular and well developed chess openings, it is possible to surprise your opponent at move four! With the Kalashnikov Variation, Black immediately forces the opponent to make a difficult decision. It all starts with a Black pawn, kicking White's knight off the central d4 square. This push will lead the game into turbulent waters where your rapid development, attacking options, sound pawn structure and