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The Nimzo-Indian: 4.e3
by Carsten Hansen
1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 e6 3.Nc3 Bb5 4.e3 begins one of the most complex variations in the entire opening and one that has been topical since Aaron Nimzowitsch invented the defense several decades ago. Hansen covers the variation in an exhaustive manner, starting with the Karpov Variation (ironically played as early as 1920 by a player of much lower stature), and finishing with the Taimanov Variation, while covering everything in between. This is clearly a labor of love, and Hansen has tried to make it as comprehensive as possible. He divides the book into two parts, with Part I covering the lines in which Black castles on move four, while Part II covers all the other fourth move alternatives for Black. If you play the Nimzo-Indian as Black, I would rate this book as a “must” addition to your library since it covers just about any reasonable variation White might use after 4.e3. If you play 1.d4 as White and expect to face the Nimzo-Indian, this book offers in-depth coverage of variations that you’ll need to know if you decide to play 4.e3. The range and depth of coverage is excellent for both sides and Hansen has worked very hard to be objective about the positions for either color. There are certain openings that are just good to play in order to learn about the game, even if you decide not to play them forever. I have always thought either side of the Ruy Lopez (and open games in general) were great for learning tactics and just gaining an overall understanding of chess. Similarly, if you are going to play or defend against 1.d4, there is a tremendous amount to be learned by playing the Nimzo-Indian. If you’re new to this defense and want to begin playing it, you might want to try a book with more of a novice to intermediate slant though, then add this volume to give you a comprehensive understanding of this particular variation. As with other books in the Gambit series that take this detailed & comprehensive approach to an opening, it’s aimed at players who are already familiar with and experienced in an opening, and are now ready to master all its depths. As Hansen suggests in his introduction, take a look at all the lines and then select the ones you want to play. It is unrealistic to assume mastery of all the variations, but you can experience a great deal of success from picking a sub-variation and then mastering that. This is a very good book for people who play either side of the Nimzo-Indian and I would recommend it without reservation for intermediate to advanced players who are already somewhat experienced with this defense. For beginners & novices, or for the intermediate to advanced player who is unfamiliar with the Nimzo-Indian though, it might be better to start with a more basic or introductory work first, then move on to this volume. Check It Out At Amazon.com Now!
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