The Immortal Game: A History of Chess
Chess is the most enduring and universal game in history. Here, bestselling author David Shenk chronicles its intriguing saga, from ancient Persia to medieval Europe to the dens of Benjamin Franklin and Norman Schwarzkopf. Along the way, he examines a single legendary game that took place in...
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Chess is the most enduring and universal game in history. Here, bestselling author David Shenk chronicles its intriguing saga, from ancient Persia to medieval Europe to the dens of Benjamin Franklin and Norman Schwarzkopf. Along the way, he examines a single legendary game that took place in London in 1851 between two masters of the time, and relays his own attempts to become as skilled as his Polish ancestor Samuel Rosenthal, a nineteenth-century champion. With its blend of cultural history and Shenkâs personal interest, The Immortal Game is a compelling guide for novices and aficionados alike.
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Format: paperback
ISBN:
9781400034086 (1400034086)
Publish date: October 2nd 2007
Publisher: Anchor
Pages no: 352
Edition language: English
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