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Quote by Bent Larsen

“Among top grandmasters the Dutch is a rare defense, which is good reason to play it! It has not been studied very deeply by many opponents, and theory, based on a small number of 'reliable' games, must be rather unreliable.”

Quote by Bent Larsen

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Bent Larsen was a Danish author known for his unique literary style and profound thematic explorations. His works spanned various genres, including novels, poetry, and drama. Larsen's writing career began in the 1950s, and his works have been widely recognized both domestically and internationally. more

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