The Modern Interpretation of Two Classical Systems (Compilations)

Two ambitious Black systems, freshly modernized by two grandmaster experts.

The New Old Indian — GM Alexander Cherniaev challenges the reputation of the Old Indian Defence as merely solid and steady. He introduces aggressive, ambitious lines that he has used successfully against grandmaster opposition, covering the key tactical and positional ideas for both sides and explaining what to do if White sidesteps the main lines.

The Dragadorf — GM Simon Williams takes a fresh look at the Sicilian Dragon, focusing on his favourite Dragadorf Variation. He builds a cutting-edge repertoire for Black designed to cause maximum problems in the opening, with particular attention to modern move-order subtleties and the key tactical themes that define this exciting system.