Poems And Prose Sketches, With A Biographical Memoir Of Paul Charles Morphy (1921)

By Louis Albert Morphy

Book Overview

Poems And Prose Sketches, With A Biographical Memoir Of Paul Charles Morphy (1921) is a collection of poems and prose sketches written by Paul Charles Morphy, a renowned American chess player and lawyer. The book also includes a biographical memoir of Morphy's life, which provides readers with an insight into his personal and professional life.The poems and prose sketches in this book cover a wide range of topics, including love, nature, and philosophy. Morphy's writing style is characterized by its simplicity, clarity, and emotional depth, making it accessible and relatable to readers of all ages and backgrounds.The biographical memoir of Morphy's life is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of chess or the life of a successful lawyer. It traces Morphy's journey from his early years in New Orleans to his rise as a chess champion and his eventual retirement from the game.Overall, Poems And Prose Sketches, With A Biographical Memoir Of Paul Charles Morphy (1921) is a timeless collection of writings that showcases the talents and achievements of one of America's most celebrated chess players and intellectuals.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: 1163964816
• ISBN13: 9781163964811
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 148 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"