Chess Problems - Tasks and Records (Paperback)

Is chess an art, a science or a sport? This is one of the most commonly asked questions about chess, but it admits of no easy answer. Most chess activities involve a combination of all three components, but different areas of chess emphasize different aspects. The sporting element predominates in the over-theboard game, while the protracted battles of postal chess stress the scientific side. The third element, the artistic component, finds its best expression in the field of chess composition. Over the- board players often ignore composed positions, or if they do pay attention, they concentrate on endgame compositions of direct relevance to practical play. In turning their backs on the world of chess problems, they are missing out on a great deal of enjoyment. It is true that studying chess problems will never improve anybody's play, but not everything has to have a strictly functional justification. The many fascinating examples which follow can give a great deal of pleasure to anyone interested in seeing the chess pieces stretched to their limits. This book will conduct the reader on a detailed tour around one part of the world of chess composition.

General

Imprint:	Matador
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	February 2016
Authors:	Jeremy Morse
Dimensions:	234 x 156mm (L x W)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	488
ISBN-13:	978-1-78589-143-4
Categories:	Books > Sport & Leisure > Hobbies, quizzes & games > Indoor games > Board games > Chess
LSN:	1-78589-143-X
Barcode:	9781785891434

Is the information for this product incomplete, wrong or inappropriate? Let us know about it.

Does this product have an incorrect or missing image? Send us a new image.

Is this product missing categories? Add more categories.

Review This Product

No reviews yet - be the first to create one!