Description: The Real Paul Morphy by Charles Hertan Paul Morphy might well be the most brilliant and enigmatic chess champion of all time. He burst onto the scene in 1858 as a 20-year-old and dominated the chess world for two short years, convincingly defeating all the strongest players. After conquering the European chess scene, Morphy was universally recognized as the greatest player of all time. But at the age of 22 he suddenly and permanently retired from serious competition. Morphys greatness shone so brightly that 75 years later he was still considered the greatest by world champions Lasker and Capablanca. He is still revered for his brilliant combinations and other contributions to chess. Bobby Fischer called him perhaps the most accurate player who ever lived. Garry Kasparov regarded him as the prototype of the strong 20th century grandmaster and the forefather of modern chess.There are many important biographies and game collections about Morphy. Award-winning chess author Charles Hertan brings us something new - a comprehensive modern biography that delves deep into his fascinating history, unearthing new information about Morphys origins, intertwined with an in-depth exploration of Morphys games, often overturning over 160 years of previous analysis. Hertan uses his experience as a professional psychotherapist to shed new light on Morphys tragic mental deterioration. The author also examines the state of chess before Morphy, wading into the current debate about the role of the great masters Howard Staunton and Adolf Anderssen in chess history, and whether Morphys time should rightly be called the Romantic Era. The Real Paul Morphy brings you everything you need to know about Paul Morphys life, chess and legacy in a single volume. FORMAT Hardcover CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Charles Hertan is a FIDE master from Massachusetts with several decades of experience as a chess coach. He is the author of the award-winning Forcing Chess Moves and the bestselling Power Chess for Kids series. Details ISBN9083378810 Author Charles Hertan Pages 320 Publisher New in Chess Year 2024 ISBN-13 9789083378817 Format Hardcover Imprint New in Chess Subtitle His Life and Chess Games Audience General Country of Publication Netherlands Publication Date 2024-10-01 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:168839468;
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