Starting Out: The Scandinavian

In recent years the Scandinavian has been catapulted into the limelight, and it has now firmly established itself as an opening to be reckoned with. Why has it become popular? Because its easy to play – in the majority of lines Black relies upon the same system of development. Also theres still relatively little theory when compared to mainline defences to 1 e4. One further attraction is that it can lead to both tactical and positional play – there is something to suit all styles of player. Opening expert Jovanka Houska has successfully played both sides of the Scandinavian, and in this book she reveals everything you need to know, whether you are playing it as Black or facing it with White.

The Everyman Chess Starting Out series has firmly established itself as the leading guide to studying openings for up-and-coming players. These books are distinguished by their easy-to-read layout, the lucid explanations of the fundamentals, and the abundance of notes, tips and warnings to help the reader absorb vital ideas. Starting Out opening books are ideal for enthusiastic chess players who have little experience of the openings in question and who wish to appreciate the essential principles behind them.

*User-friendly design to assist readers

*Concentrates on the fundamental principles of the openings

*Ideal for improvers, club players and tournament players

In 2006 Jovanka Houska won the English Chess Federation Player of the Year award, the first time a female chess player had received this prestigious recognition. Highlights of her career so far include winning the European Girls Junior Championship, representing the English team at numerous Chess Olympiads and qualifying for the 2006 Womens World Championship. Her first book for Everyman Chess, Play the Caro-Kann, was very well received by both reviewers and the chess public.

‘Houska has provided an excellent and much needed repertoire for the Caro-Kann player, and I would recommend it to anyone – including myself!

Evan Kreider reviewing Jovanka Houskas Play the Caro-Kann for Chessville.com.

‘Houska writes clearly and effectively and is especially good at explaining thematic ideas.

International Master John Donaldson reviewing Jovanka Houskas Play the Caro-Kann.

Jovanka Houska reveals everything you need to know about the Scandinavian, whether you are playing it as Black or facing it with White.

Jovanka Houska has represented the English team at numerous Chess Olympiads and qualified for the 2006 Womens World Championship.