“The sign of a great Master is his ability to win a won game quickly and painlessly”
Quote by Irving Chernev
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The chess companion: a merry collection of tales of chess and its players, together with a cornucopia of games, problems, epigrams & advice, topped off with the greatest game of chess ever played
This book is a compilation of tales and anecdotes about chess players, accompanied by a variety of chess games, puzzles, witty sayings, and chess-related wisdom. It culminates with a discussion of what is considered the most significant game of chess ever played. more
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Irving Chernev
Irving Chernev was a distinguished chess player and writer, born on January 29, 1900, and died on September 29, 1981. He made significant contributions to the world of chess through his strategic analyses and instructional works. more
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