Resources on the Bishop's Opening

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I have gained an increased interest in the Bishop's opening and I have decided to add it to my repertoire. I was wondering if anyone knew any good resources(videos, books, etc.) on it.

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Avatar of PerpetualPatzer123

The Bishop’s Opening seems not that bad. Why is it not played more?

Avatar of ItsBenjaminTheChessMan

I don't know. On Grandmaster level it is played as an alternative to Nf3. For example in the 2018 World Championship match. I do think it is underated.

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Overrated? 

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Underrated I am sorry.

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ChesswithNickolay wrote:

Yes?

Avatar of Pulpofeira

And if you like the Italian but don't want to face a Petrov, it's a good way to try to transpose.

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It can also transpose to Vienna and Scotch gambit positions but with a better move order.

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Maybe its just the principle "knights before bishops" that a lot of people are applying in their games.

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Indeed knights before bishops. The bishop on c4 can be harrassed with ...c6 and ...d5 occupying the center with gain of tempo. It is playable though.