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Quote by William Ewart Napier

“Of chess it has often been said that life is not long enough for it - but that is the fault of life, not chess.”

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William Ewart Napier, born on January 17, 1881, and died on September 6, 1952, was a renowned chess master in the early 20th century. He was known for his unique playing style and exceptional chess skills. more

“Chess never has been and never can be aught but a recreation. It should not be indulged in to the detriment of other and more serious avocations - should not absorb or engross the thoughts of those who worship at its shrine, but should be kept in the background, and restrained within its proper province. As a mere game, a relaxation from the severe pursuits of life, it is deserving of high commendation.”

Should Has Beens Games Serious Worship Mere Chess Pursuit Backgrounds Severe Relaxation Deserving Recreation Provinces Shrines Commendation

Author:Paul Morphy

“Chess is a fighting game which is purely intellectual and includes chance.”

Fighting Games Chance Intellectual Chess Chess Game

Author:Richard Reti

“Chess is a contest between two men which lends itself particularly to the conflicts surrounding aggression.”

Men Two Conflict Chess Aggression Contests

Author:Reuben Fine

“Chess, like love, is infectious at any age.”

Age Love Is Chess Like Love

Author:Salo Flohr

“Chess is a fairy tale of 1001 blunders.”

Chess Tales Fairy Fairy Tale Blunders

Author:Savielly Tartakower

“Chess is a terrible game. If you have no center, your opponent has a freer position. If you do have a center, then you really have something to worry about!”

Ifs Games Worry Position Terrible Chess Opponents Chess Game

Author:Siegbert Tarrasch

“Chess is one long regret.”

Long Regret Chess

Book:Happy stories, just to laugh at

Source: Happy stories, just to laugh at

Quote by William Ewart Napier

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