The JanowskiVariation of the Queen'sGambit Declined arises after 1.
Author(s): Kovalchuk
320 Pages
Games & Activities, Chess
Series Name: Modernized
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Book Synopsis
The Janowski Variation of the Queen's Gambit Declined arises after 1.d4 d5 2.c4 e6 3.Nc3 a6. Black plays ...a6 to prepare the queenside expansion ...b5, aiming to challenge White's c4 pawn and gain space. The idea was introduced by the Polish-French grandmaster Dawid Janowski around the turn of the 20th century. Compared with classical QGD lines, this variation is less theoretical and offers flexible development for Black. White usually responds by strengthening the center and preventing ...b5, often with moves like a4, Nf3, or cxd5. The resulting positions typically feature a strategic battle between White's central control and Black's queenside expansion.
Dimensions (Overall): 9.3 Inches (H) x 6.7 Inches (W) x 1.0 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.63 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 320
Genre: Games & Activities
Sub-Genre: Chess
Series Title: Modernized
Publisher: Thinkers Publishing
Format: Hardcover
Author: Kovalchuk
Language: English
Street Date: June 23, 2026
TCIN: 1010684297
UPC: 9789493435193
Item Number (DPCI): 247-15-4596
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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