Playing 1.e4 - Sicilian Main Lines (Paperback)

This Playing 1.e4 - Sicilian Main Lines is an English-language paperback chess book by John Shaw and the third and final volume in his 1.e4 repertoire series. It focuses on building a White repertoire against the Sicilian Defence, with coverage of the main lines that matter most in serious study and practical play.

What this book covers

This volume brings the series to its conclusion with the most important Sicilian systems. Shaw works through the main branches of the opening, including the Dragon, Taimanov, Sveshnikov and Najdorf, giving readers a structured way to prepare for one of the most demanding defences after 1.e4.

The emphasis is on repertoire building for opening preparation, club-level study and tournament play. If you want a book that stays close to the critical lines rather than sidestepping them, this title takes you straight into the heart of the Sicilian.

About the author

John Shaw is the author of this repertoire series.

Key details

• Product type: chess book
• Title: Playing 1.e4 - Sicilian Main Lines
• Author: John Shaw
• Language: English
• Series position: third and final volume in the 1.e4 repertoire series
• Opening focus: White repertoire against the Sicilian Defence
• Main lines covered: Dragon, Taimanov, Sveshnikov and Najdorf
• Binding: paperback