Experten vs. Sizilianisch by Aagaard & Shaw

This Experts vs. the Sicilian by Aagaard & Shaw is a German-language chess book for players building a White repertoire against the Sicilian Defence. It focuses on the critical main lines and on the Sicilian variations that cause Black the most problems.

What the book covers

The Sicilian Defence has long been one of the most popular openings in chess, from elite play to club games. For tournament players, that makes a reliable answer to it especially important.

Instead of giving a broad survey of the opening, this book goes straight to the lines that matter most at the board. Its emphasis is on practical preparation against the most demanding Sicilian systems, with White’s repertoire kept firmly in view.

What sets it apart

The recommendations come from recognised specialists working on the Sicilian variations they know best. The project brought together seven grandmasters and three international masters, giving the reader an expert perspective on the opening from within the field.

It is a useful study book for players at different levels who want to face the Sicilian with more confidence and a concrete plan for the main variations.

Edition information

• Product type: chess book
• Subject: the Sicilian Defence
• Purpose: repertoire book for White
• Scope: critical main lines against the most demanding Sicilian variations
• Contributors: seven grandmasters and three international masters
• Language: German
• Publication date: 16 December 2005