101 Chess Opening Traps

Explained in a user-friendly style by a battle-hardened player, these 101 surprising and novel traps, if sprung correctly, will enable readers to score quick victories against opponents of all standards. With research from a great variety of "hard to find" sources, all the major openings are covered, including traps for both Black and White.


Steve Giddins is a FIDE Master from England who plays regularly in international events. As a fluent Russian speaker who has recently been based in Moscow, he has had access to sources not normally available in the West. He contributes frequently to the British Chess Magazine.