It is always advantageous to exchange your king's bishop pawn for the king's pawn, since this leads to the seizure of the centre and, in addition, to the opening of a file for the rook. — Francois-Andre Danican Philidor Copy Share Image
A pawn, when separated from his fellows, will seldom or never make a fortune. — Francois-Andre Danican Philidor Copy Share Image
Pawns: they are the soul of this game, they alone form the attack and defense — Francois-Andre Danican Philidor Copy Share Image
It is always advantageous to exchange your king's bishop pawn for the king's pawn, since this leads to the seizure of the centre and,… — Francois-Andre Danican Philidor Copy Share Image
