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“...for chess, that superb, cold, infinitely satisfying anodyne to life, I feel the ardour of a lover, the humility of a disciple.”

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H. Russell Wakefield

H. Russell Wakefield, born in 1888 and died in 1964, was a renowned short story writer. His works are known for their profound insights and unique narrative style, which have had a significant impact on the development of short stories in the post-war era. more

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