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The Immortal Game

By David Shenk

The Immortal Game Books

The Immortal Game

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A fresh, engaging look at how 32 carved pieces on a board forever changed our understanding of war, art, science, and the human brain. 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 Shenk's lively personal narrative, The Immortal Game is a compelling guide for novices and aficionados alike.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Edition:
1
Number of Pages:
352
Release Date:
2007-10-02
Publication Date:
2007-10-02
Publisher:
Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
1400034086
ISBN13:
9781400034086
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
287 g
Height:
133 cm
Width:
203 cm
Thickness:
18 cm
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