Watson: Mastering the Chess Openings Vol. 1 the big greek Why is it so difficult

Why is it so difficult to improve your playing strength

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Watson: Mastering the Chess Openings Vol. 1 the big greek Why is it so difficult'For many chess players, opening study is sheer hard work. It is difficult to know what is important and what is not, and when specific knowledge is vital, or when a more general understanding is sufficient. Tragically often, once the opening is over, a player won\''t know what plan to follow, or even understand why his pieces are on the squares on which they sit. John Watson seeks to help chess players achieve a more holistic and insightful view of