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Lasker's Manual of Chess by Dr. Emanuel Laska As New!
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Like New
- Seller Notes
- “As New!”
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Personalize
- No
- Signed
- No
- Ex Libris
- No
- Narrative Type
- Nonfiction
- Personalized
- No
- Features
- Illustrated
- Original Language
- English
- Inscribed
- No
- Vintage
- No
- ISBN
- 9780486206400
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Dover Publications, Incorporated
ISBN-10
0486206408
ISBN-13
9780486206400
eBay Product ID (ePID)
184646
Product Key Features
Book Title
Lasker's Manual of Chess
Number of Pages
400 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Chess
Publication Year
1960
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Games & Activities
Book Series
Dover Chess Ser.
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.8 in
Item Weight
16.4 Oz
Item Length
8 in
Item Width
5.4 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Grade From
Seventh Grade
Grade To
Twelfth Grade
Dewey Decimal
794.1
Synopsis
Emanuel Lasker was probably the greatest chess player of modern times. Certainly no man has ever held the world championship longer -- 28 years -- or kept his powers so long. In his sixties, Lasker began what amounted to a fresh career in chess by playing his first serious game in ten years, and defeating Max Euwe, the man who was the following year to become world champion. The secret behind his extraordinary abilities may perhaps be found in Lasker's wide knowledge of every phase of the game, and his ability to be independent of schools or fashions. This knowledge is reflected in the Manual of Chess, making it one of the great studies of the game, acclaimed by the chess world almost from the day it appeared. The book is one of the most thorough studies ever written, and though its main appeal is to the intermediate to skilled player, it begins its explanations at a level that can be understood by the beginner. Lasker analyzes basic methods of gaining advantages, exchange value of pieces, combinations, position play, the aesthetics of chess, and almost every other important aspect of the game. He examines dozens of different openings, including the Petroff Defense, the Hungarian Defense, King's Bishop, Ponziani, Giuoco Piano, and Four Knights' Game. He constantly illustrates his discussions with games played by the great modern masters. Lasker is always delightful reading, revealing a mind as quick to entertain and philosophize as it is to explain. One of the most rewarding features of the book is Lasker's illumination and elaboration of the theories of William Steinitz. An interesting sidelight is that although Lasker always thought of himself as a disciple of Steinitz, he was actually an original, more versatile player, inclined to take calculated risks. His exposition of Steinitz's thought and maxims, his principles of attack and evaluation, however, cannot help but be profitable to any chess player., Great chess master shares his secrets, including basic methods of gaining advantages, exchange value of pieces, openings, combinations, position play, aesthetics, and other important maneuvers. More than 300 diagrams., One of the great chess masters shares his secrets in this guide for intermediate and advanced players. Lasker analyzes basic methods of gaining advantages, exchange value of pieces, openings, combinations, position play, aesthetics, and other important maneuvers. Examples from games by other modern masters illuminate the discussions. More than 300 diagrams.
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- r***u (477)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseVintage book arrived safe and sound, well packaged, thank you for that. As described for a good value. I had a question about the book and it was promptly answered. Great seller. 120/500
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- r***u (477)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseVintage book arrived safe and sound, well packaged, thank you for that. As described for a good value. I had a question about the book and it was promptly answered. Great seller. 120/500
- h***c (900)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseExcellent transaction, fast shipment, secure packing, friendly communication. Highly recommended seller. Thanks again!
- d***4- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseFast shipping, pack well, as described, great value. Cheers