4 . . . Qh4 in the Scotch Game by Lev Gutman - 2003-06-30

The Scotch Game with 1 e4 e5 2 Nf3 Nc6 3 d4 exd4 4 Nxd4 Qh4. This is a dense 272-page encyclopedic treatment of the opening.

272 pages with diagrams and index. Octavo (8 1/2" x 5 1/4") bound in original publisher's pictorial wrappers. First edition. The first in a proposed series of three books about the Scotch Game. Many books have been written about this chess opening but most just cover old analysis and reproduce games from a database. This book is distinguished by its high-quality and original analysis, making it a 'must buy' item for club and tournament players. A former second of Viktor Korchnoi, the author is also known as an outstanding expert on opening theory.Condition: Light edge wear, corners bumped and creased else better than very good.

London: Batsford, 2001. Pb, 272pp. Good+, marginal wear, clean contents. Comprehensive work with material covered from the 19th century up to 2000. Contents: 5 Qd3; Less popular variations; Horwitz variation 5 Nb5 ; Modern variation 5 Nc3; Fraser variation 5 Nf3.. Soft Cover. Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Batsford. Used - Very Good. Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner’s name, short gifter’s inscription or light stamp.

paperback. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book.