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Quote by Bent Larsen

“All chess masters have on occasion played a magnificent game and then lost it by a stupid mistake, perhaps in time pressure and it may perhaps seem unjust that all their beautiful ideas get no other recognition than a zero on the tournament table.”

Quote by Bent Larsen

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Bent Larsen was a Danish author known for his unique literary style and profound thematic explorations. His works spanned various genres, including novels, poetry, and drama. Larsen's writing career began in the 1950s, and his works have been widely recognized both domestically and internationally. more

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