Vassilios Kotronias Books

In 2013 chess returned to world headlines. The energetic Norwegian prodigy Magnus Carlsen was front page news and his fans were not the World Number 1 won the World Championship.   Carlsen’s Assault on the Throne gives an inside view of Carlsen’s dramatic from one of eight challengers in the London Candidates tournament, with the near disaster in the final rounds, ending with triumph in Chennai.   With behind-the-scenes stories and top-level analysis of the games, Kotronias & Logothetis have written the ultimate book on how Carlsen became the 16th undisputed World Chess Champion.   This hardcover edition includes over a hundred color photographs.

Set against the backdrop of London, this work critiques the city's social and political landscape through sharp wit and incisive commentary. The narrative explores the complexities of urban life, addressing themes of class struggle and the impact of modernity on traditional values. Through vivid characters and compelling anecdotes, the author provides a thought-provoking examination of the challenges faced by individuals in a bustling metropolis, all while maintaining a humorous yet critical tone.

The King's Indian, one of Black's most dynamic chess openings, is covered in impressive detail by grandmaster Vassilios Kotronias. As well as giving specific information on the opening moves, practical advice is provided on typical middlegame themes, both positional and tactical.In Volume One of this series the author provides Black with full coverage on how to meet the widely popular g3-system.