The Caro-Kann is one of Black's most reliable answers to 1.e4. It is a regular favourite of elite players, who know that computer-aided preparation now threatens the sharpest lines of the Sicilian or Ruy Lopez (at the very least with a forced draw). The Caro-Kann is less susceptible to such forcing lines - Black sets out to equalise in the opening, and win the game later. Lars Schandorff reveals a bullet-proof opening repertoire and lucidly explains how Black should play the middle and endgame. It features a complete repertoire against 1.e4 with 1...c6. It is written by an eminent opening expert. It is a rock-solid grandmaster repertoire.