Queen's Gambit Declined

Grandmaster Sadler explains the key ideas behind the Queen's Gambit Declined, one of Black's most dependable responses to the queen's pawn. Covering the major variations in popular practice and highlighting developments, the book offers theory and thematic ideas.

Queen's Gambit Declined

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Budapest Gambit (Batsford Gambit)

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Budapest Gambit (Batsford Gambit)

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Blackmar-Diemer Gambit

The Blackmar-Diemer Gambit is a favourite of club players wishing to rebel against the opening "fashion" created by professional players. The BDG - a much under-rated gambit - has generated its own sub-culture. Tartakower, Spassky, Velimirovic and Bellon have all played it with success.

Blackmar-Diemer Gambit

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