Description
The Pelikan Variation (1 e4 c5 2 Nf3 Nc6 3 d4 cd 4 Nxd4 Nf6 5 Nc3 e5) of the Sicilian Defence is a popular opening at all levels of play. Black deliberately concedes a superior pawn structure to his opponent in return for active counter play, thereby creating complex positions with enormous scope for creativity by both players. Right through the game, from the middlegame into the endgame, the positions that arise are wild, exciting and blood thirsty.
This book is an essential guide for all players who specialize in this line, written by the man who, more than any other, is responsible for developing the Pelikan into the powerful weapon that it is today. Other notable adherents of the fascinating opening include Gary Kasparov, Emanuel Lasker, Gyula Sax and John van der Wiel.
Condition: Very Good. Algebraic notation.
