Paul Morphy, The Chess Champion: An Account Of His Career In America And Europe, With A History Of Chess And Chess Clubs And Anecdotes Of Famous Playe

By Frederick Milnes Edge

Book Overview

Paul Morphy, The Chess Champion is a historical book written by Frederick Milnes Edge in 1859. The book provides a detailed account of the life and career of Paul Morphy, one of the greatest chess players of all time. Morphy was a chess prodigy who became famous for his exceptional skills in the game. He was born in New Orleans and began playing chess at a very young age. The book covers Morphy's career in both America and Europe, where he gained international recognition as a chess champion. It also includes a history of chess and chess clubs, providing readers with an understanding of the game's evolution over time. Additionally, the book contains anecdotes of famous players, offering insights into the personalities and playing styles of some of the greatest chess players in history.Overall, Paul Morphy, The Chess Champion is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of chess and the life of one of its most celebrated champions. It offers a unique perspective on the game and its players, providing readers with a deeper understanding of its intricacies and complexities.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: 116487330X
• ISBN13: 9781164873303
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 202 Pages
• Weight: 0.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"