there also is a new book, kindle version and paperback (A4)
suitable for beginners and intermediate :
http://www.amazon.com/LEARNING-CHESS-OPENINGS-intermediate-levels-ebook/dp/B00PULUACW/
http://www.amazon.com/Better-Chess-Openings-Jef-Kaan/dp/1326180770/
so you might like to update your list
fcp
Thank you. Jef Kaan's book is excellent.
Hello
as unlikely as this may seem to some, I think chess openings by michael basman, crowood press ( I think) is superb. (and no , he doesnt recommend grob's attack) it goes where many other books dont, such as defending against scholars mate and the fried liver etc. highly recommended I think.
Russian Books are the best!
And one good thing about it, they are also free!
(Masters opening repertoire)
http://webchess.ru/ebook/482.html
(Opening repertoire for tactical players)
http://whychess.ru/155kalinichenk-repertyar.html
(Opening Repertoire for positional players)
http://whychess.ru/156kalinichenk-repertyar-poziccion.html
beginners should focus on getting better at calculation and threat detection. Openings are mostly irrelevant on beginner level. It is not going to win you the game if you keep dropping pieces or miss a two move threat.
Concerning openings: 1. 1-2 pawn moves in the opening 2. develop your pieces 3. castle 4. develop your queen last - ish 5. see if make moves that stop your opponent from doing those thing.
A list of chess openings books that might be of interest to (primarily) those who don't have "Master" in their title!
http://www.chess.com/forum/view/chess-equipment/good-chess-opening-books-for-beginners-and-beyond
Also some general chess books which might be of interest to the same audience...
http://www.chess.com/forum/view/chess-equipment/good-chess-books-for-beginners-and-beyond
Enjoy!