Chess From Morphy To Botwinnik: A Century Of Chess Evolution

By Imre Konig

Book Overview

""Chess From Morphy To Botwinnik: A Century Of Chess Evolution"" by Imre Konig is a comprehensive book that covers the evolution of chess over a century, from the time of Paul Morphy to the era of Mikhail Botwinnik. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular period in the history of chess. The book begins with a brief introduction to the game of chess and its history, followed by a chapter on the era of Paul Morphy, who is considered to be one of the greatest chess players of all time. The author discusses Morphy's style of play and his contributions to the game of chess.The next chapter focuses on the era of Wilhelm Steinitz, who was the first official world chess champion. The author discusses Steinitz's contributions to chess theory and his influence on the game.The book then moves on to the era of Emanuel Lasker, who held the world chess championship for 27 years. The author discusses Lasker's style of play and his contributions to chess theory.The next chapter focuses on the era of Jose Capablanca, who was known for his positional play and endgame skills. The author discusses Capablanca's contributions to chess theory and his influence on the game.The book then moves on to the era of Alexander Alekhine, who held the world chess championship twice. The author discusses Alekhine's style of play and his contributions to chess theory.The final chapter of the book focuses on the era of Mikhail Botwinnik, who held the world chess championship for a total of 15 years. The author discusses Botwinnik's style of play and his contributions to chess theory.Overall, ""Chess From Morphy To Botwinnik: A Century Of Chess Evolution"" is a comprehensive book that covers the evolution of chess over a century, from the time of Paul Morphy to the era of Mikhail Botwinnik. The book is suitable for both beginners and advanced players who are interested in the history of chess and its evolution over time.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1258815583
• ISBN13: 9781258815585
• Release Date: September 2013
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 218 Pages
• Weight: 1.02 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Synopsis

Taking critical openings as his standpoint - the Ruy Lopez - Queen's Gambit - English Opening and King's Gambit - König shows how chess technique advanced and became more sophisticated from the days of Morphy to the time of Botvinnik. This is a book with much painstaking research, both a joy to read and also a valuable instructional manual for those who wish to improve, broaden and hone their strategic skills. Imre König was one of the most travelled of international masters, and represented Hungary,Yugoslavia, England and the USA. His best result was second prize at Hastings 1948/49 - behind Rossolimo but ahead of fellow Hardinge Simpole author Bob Wade.

review of chess technique

the author an international master selects the most important openings and shows how chess has developed by analysing them. the conclusion that the queens gambit and ruy lopez are crucial was vindicated by the most recent world championship match between kasparov and kramnik.