The Latvian Gambit Lives!

The Latvian Gambit Lives! by Tony Kosten This eagerly awaited book answers claims made by other writers about the value of this controversial opening. Written for both club and tournament players, The Latvian Gambit Lives! shows that Black has a number of important resources that prove the validity of the gambit. The author has been through all 9000 or more Latvian Gambits ever published to produce an analytical book, showing which lines are definitely good and which bad. Ultimately, the book confirms that the Latvian Gambit lives. Paperback, 224 pages Published June 30th 2003 by Batsford (first published September 1st 2001) ISBN 0713486295 (ISBN13: 9780713486292) Edition Language English -Written for club and tournament players Counters disparaging claims about this controversial opening. Written by an extremely popular author, The Lativian Gambit Lives! shows that Black has numerous important resources that prove the validity of the gambit. Tony Kosten's previous book on the opening, The Latvian Gambit, sold well due to the subject's popularity among club players. Written by an extremely popular author, The Latvian Gambit Lives! shows that Black has numerous important resources that prove the validity of the gambit. Tony Kosten's previous book on this opening, The Latvian Gambit, sold well due to the subject's popularity among club players.