Leningrad Dutch by Mihail Marin (hardcover)

This Leningrad Dutch by Mihail Marin is an English-language hardcover chess book on the Leningrad Dutch Defence, written for players who want a practical Black repertoire against 1.d4 and a clear understanding of the main fianchetto lines.

What this book covers

The Dutch Defence has long appealed to players who prefer an active fight rather than quiet, symmetrical positions. After 1...f5, the game quickly takes on a sharper character, and the Leningrad variation often leads to play that echoes ideas from the King’s Indian Defence, including dynamic action on the kingside.

In this book, Mihail Marin concentrates on the lines where White also fianchettoes the bishop. Those are the key tests for the Leningrad Dutch, which makes this a particularly useful study for anyone building a Black repertoire against 1.d4.

Why it stands out

Marin combines strategic explanation with up-to-date opening theory. The result is not just a list of moves to memorise, but a guide to the ideas behind the positions, the sources of counterplay and the typical plans that arise from the Leningrad Dutch.

It is a strong choice for club players, ambitious amateurs and tournament players who want more than move orders alone.

Author and related reading

Mihail Marin is a Romanian grandmaster and one of the most respected chess authors working today. Leningrad Dutch covers the main lines with White’s fianchetto, while the Black repertoire in the Dutch Defence is completed by Dutch Sidelines.

Edition information

• Language: English
• Binding: hardcover
• Author: Mihail Marin
• Subject: Leningrad Dutch Defence
• ISBN (hardcover): 978-1-78483-102-8
• Expected publication: March/April 2021

Key details

• Product type: hardcover chess book
• Author: Mihail Marin
• Subject: Leningrad Dutch Defence
• Language: English
• Binding: hardcover
• Opening focus: main lines with White’s fianchetto
• Use: Black repertoire against 1.d4
• ISBN: 978-1-78483-102-8