The English Opening is a great practical weapon for chess players of all levels. White dictates the opening on move 1, and often reaches positions where understanding themes and plans is more important than computer analysis. Playing the English provides a complete repertoire with 1.c4, showing how to meet every major option that Black may try.Nikolaos Ntirlis has been Playing the English successfully for many years in high-level correspondence chess events, as well as teaching it to students ranging from club players to Grandmasters. While his analysis is first-rate, Ntirlis also understands the differing needs between correspondence and human play, and this repertoire is specifically tailored towards practical players.Playing the English - A World-Class Repertoire provides a complete repertoire with 1.c4, showing how to meet every major option that Black may try. Each section of the book begins with an introduction outlining the main plans and concepts, so you will be equipped with both the strategic and theoretical knowledge needed to crush your opponents.