London 2.Bf4 Tactics: 200 Winning Chess Positions for White - Paperback

by Tim Sawyer (Author)

London 2.Bf4 gives you an easy system to begin your chess games. This book provides 200 early winning examples for White with a checkmate or a combination to win material. The 200 diagrams come from actual games where White had combinations or checkmates. This companion volume to my London 2.Bf4 Playbook demonstrates tactical ways White can win early in the opening from moves 7 to 22. It is White's move in every diagram with easy thematic wins. London System is a repeatable sound choice that allows you to quickly develop all your minor pieces and castle. It saves you time and energy, but you can't be lazy to win. You need to use your tactical skills. This book gives you typical examples of how that might work in your games.In chess, White has four basic overall opening approaches:1. Gambits: Aggression without control. Create danger. You will win short crushing games and will lose ugly ones.2. Main Lines: Aggression with control. Memorize theory. You will learn sharp complicated lines. Hard work pays off.3. Ultra-Cautious: Control while hiding. Wait for blunders. You will lose with lazy play and only beat weaker players.4. Systems: Control with tactics. Aim to attack weak points. You will repeat common piece set-ups with a plan to win.Number 4 is our London 2.Bf4 systematic goal. You can do it. Others have paved the road before you. Be prepared!