NEW: Master the Sicilian Kalashnikov, free CBM reading sample and video “How to use the Opening Encyclopaedia”

[March 2024](#) ChessBase Newsletter // [NEW: Libiszewski: Master the Sicilian Kalashnikov]( Dive into the fascinating world of the Sicilian Kalashnikov variation! In this captivating Fritztrainer you will uncover the secrets of this explosive opening from the very first moves: 1.e4 c5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.d4 cxd4 4.Nxd4 e5. Black willingly makes long-term strategic concessions, but in return forcing White to waste precious development time. This versatile opening will appeal to enthusiasts of dynamic play while offering a solid strategic foundation. You will learn the key ideas and crucial strategic plans so you feel more comfortable navigating through the sharp lines. [Order now in the ChessBase shop for €34,90!]( [jetzt vorbestellen]( // [CBM #218 - "Modern Classics" on your mobile phone]( We owe the vast majority of chess knowledge available to us today to the masters of the past, no matter whether it's about opening theory, strategic concepts or techniques in the endgame. Former German national coach Dorian Rogozenco honours the achievements by these masters in his "Modern Classics" series in ChessBase Magazine. In each issue he familiarises you with a selected brilliancy. This week we offer you Nezhmetdinov-Chernikov (1962) from the current CBM #218 as a free sample - you can even watch and enjoy the video analysis on your smartphone in ChessBase book format. Have fun! NEW: Since CBM #217 you can read ChessBase Magazine also on your iPad, tablet or Mac through your web browser in the new ChessBase books format. [Test a free reading sample now!]( [Order now in the shop for only €21,90! Also available online through [books.chessbase.com!]( [jetzt vorbestellen]( // [Opening Encyclopedia 2024 Prepare against a stronger opponent in less than 30 minutes!]( We have all been there: after a win in an open tournament, it is time to face a stronger opponent, and we struggle to figure out how to play the opening. Our recently launched Opening Encyclopaedia can be of great help in these situations. GM Dorian Rogozenco, a well-known and experienced chess trainer, demonstrates [how to employ this excellent tool to prepare an effective strategy — and face the game confidently!]( [Watch the video by Dorian Rogozenco on YouTube!]( [Order now in the shop for €149,90!]( [jetzt vorbestellen]( New products [Fritz 19 & Fritz Powerbook 2024]( [Opening Encyclopaedia 2024]( [Order now from the ChessBase shop!]( [jetzt vorbestellen]( [Order now from the ChessBase shop!]( [jetzt vorbestellen]( // [Bauer: The evergreen Philidor]( [Engel: Najdorf - A dynamic grandmaster repertoire against 1.e4 Vol.1 to 3]( [Order now from the ChessBase shop!]( [jetzt vorbestellen]( [Order now from the ChessBase shop!]( [jetzt vorbestellen]( // [Fritz 19]( [Mega 2024]( [Order now from the ChessBase shop!]( [jetzt vorbestellen]( [Order now from the ChessBase shop!]( [jetzt vorbestellen]( // [ChessBase 17 Mega package Edition 2024]( [ChessBase 17 Premium package Edition 2024]( [Order now from the ChessBase shop!]( [jetzt vorbestellen]( [Order now from the ChessBase shop!]( [jetzt vorbestellen]( // You're a subscriber to the ChessBase newsletter. If you no longer want to receive the chessbase newsletter, [click here.]( © 2024 ChessBase Schachprogramme Schachdatenbank Verlagsgesellschaft mbH Registered: Osterbekstr. 90a, 22083 Hamburg Telephone: 040-63 90 60 0 - Fax: 040 630 12 82 Directors: Matthias Wüllenweber and Rainer Woisin HR Amtsgericht Hamburg HRB 40336 Value added tax identification number DE 118644875 Local tax office tax number 49/711/00031ChessBase, All rights reserved