Play the O'Kelly Sicilian

By: Andrew Martin

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Synopsis: The O&’Kelly variation of the Sicilian Defence (1 e4 c5 2 Nf3 a6) is a wonderful system for those who enjoy playing Sicilian positions but don&’t want to get bogged down in heavy theory. The O&’Kelly relies far more on an understanding of general strategic ideas and middlegame planning than on rote memorisation of opening moves. One of the benefits of the O&’Kelly is that White&’s natural continuation of 3 d4, although very frequently played, permits Black confortable development and an easy game. In Play the O&’Kelly Sicilian, highly experienced chess author and coach Andrew Martin guides the reader through the complexities of the O&’Kelly and carves out a repertoire for Black. He examines all aspects of this fascinating opening and provides the reader with well-researched, fresh, and innovative analysis. Each annotated game has valuable lessons on how to play the opening and contains instructive commentary on typical middlegame plans. A complete repertoire for Black against 1 e4.All key variations analysed in detail.

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