This gambit is an offshoot of the Vienna Opening. It leads to a very
difficult game, and the student will be well advised to avoid it. It is,
however, desirable that he should know the moves of the Opening. {387}
WHITE. BLACK.
1. P to K 4 1. P to K 4
2. Kt to Q B 3 2. Kt to Q B 3
3. P to B 4 3. P takes P
4. P to Q 4 ...
This constitutes the Steinitz Gambit. The White King becomes exposed to a
violent attack; but if the attack fails, White is able to exchange pieces,
and so obtain a superior End game, his King (an essential factor in the
ending) being in better play than the Black King.