Chess & Chess-Players: Consisting of Original Stories and Sketches

By George Walker

Book Overview

Chess And Chess Players: Consisting Of Original Stories And Sketches is a book written by George Walker and first published in 1850. The book is a collection of stories and sketches about the game of chess and the people who play it. The book is divided into three parts. The first part contains stories about famous chess players, including Philidor, Morphy, and Staunton. The second part includes sketches of different types of chess players, such as the amateur, the professional, and the eccentric. The third part contains fictional stories that involve chess, such as a tale about a chess-playing automaton and a story about a chess match between two lovers.Throughout the book, Walker provides insights into the game of chess and the people who play it. He discusses the strategies and techniques used by different players, as well as the psychology of the game. He also explores the social and cultural significance of chess, both historically and in his own time.Overall, Chess And Chess Players: Consisting Of Original Stories And Sketches is a fascinating and entertaining read for anyone interested in the game of chess and its cultural significance. It offers a unique perspective on the game and its players, and provides a glimpse into the world of chess in the mid-19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164602314
• ISBN13: 9781164602316
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 394 Pages
• Weight: 1.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"