The Queen's Indian: Move by Move

This series provides an ideal platform to study chess openings. By continually challenging the reader to answer probing questions throughout the book, the Move by Move format greatly encourages the learning and practising of vital skills just as much as the traditional assimilation of opening knowledge. Carefully selected questions and answers are designed to keep you actively involved and allow you to monitor your progress as you learn. This is an excellent way to study any chess opening and at the same time improve your general chess skills and knowledge.


The QueenÕs Indian enjoys a deserved reputation as a reliable opening choice for Black against 1 d4. BlackÕs opening system involves an early queenside fianchetto with the hypermodern approach of controlling the centre with pieces, and the resulting positions are rich in dynamic and strategic possibilities for both sides. The QueenÕs Indian is a popular choice at all levels of chess, and many of the WorldÕs top players have employed it as part of their opening repertoires.

In this book, International Master and chess coach Lorin DÕCosta invites you to join him in studying the QueenÕs Indian. He highlights the typical plans and tactics for both sides, constructs a practical repertoire for Black and provides answers to all the key questions.

Essential guidance and training with the QueenÕs Indian
Includes repertoire options for Black
Utilizes an ideal approach to chess study