Opening Repertoire The Ruy Lopez - Annotated by Joshua Doknjas (Paperback)

About the Book

This book examines all aspects of the highly complex Ruy Lopez and provides the reader with well-researched, fresh, and innovative analysis.

Book Synopsis

The Ruy Lopez is perhaps the most classical of all chess openings. It dates back to the 16th century and has featured in the opening repertoire of every modern world champion. It is a highly flexible variation: Bobby Fischer used it to create numerous powerful strategic masterpieces. In the hands of Anatoly Karpov it led to many of his trademark positional squeezes, whereas Garry Kasparov often used it as a springboard for his typically powerful attacks. Opening Repertoire: The Ruy Lopez is a modern examination of this perennial favourite. Joshua Doknjas has put together a repertoire for White based firmly around contemporary trends in the Lopez. He examines all aspects of this highly complex opening and provides the reader with well-researched, fresh, and innovative analysis. Each annotated game has valuable lessons on how to play the opening and contains instructive commentary on typical middlegame plans.

Review Quotes

Everyman Chess have already produced several books of high quality on chess openings and have now added another one.--Colin Lyne "British Chess News"

Throughout the book, the author makes reasonable choices that allow the reader/student to acquire a manageable repertoire which is robust enough to challenge even a well-prepared player but also possible to memorize without spending an unreasonable amount of time checking specific lines of play. Summing up, this is a fine sophomore effort by the young Canadian author. 4/5 Stars--FM Carsten Hansen "American Chess Magazine"

Seldom has a book on the Lopez helped me more. A good mix of advice and guidance which is not always apparent in grander writings which often (no disrespect) go over the readers head completely. A tip-top title!--James Pratt

About the Author

Joshua Doknjas is a FIDE Master from Canada who has enjoyed success competing internationally. He has won seven national titles for his age and tied for 1st in the 2019 U18 North American Youth Chess Championship. This is his second book for Everyman Chess.