The Colle System
is rather a playing scheme than an opening. White plays d4, Nf3, e3,
Bd3, 0-0, Nbd2 and possibly c3 - nearly regardless of what Black
replies. Opening knowledge is of secondary importance. Exactly this is
where the author starts his work, prioritizing on explaining plans,
patterns and typical mistakes. For example, two chapters are titled "Ten
inspirational games" and "Eight warning games".
However, Oleinikov naturally also deals with opening theory in the
classical sense and discusses the critical variations, at one point
showing himself surprised: "To my amazement, none of my opponents has
reached this crucial position so far". Certainly a hint that the second
players know too little about the Colle System and rather play it by
ear.
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