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The world of chess

by Anthony Saidy, Norman Lessing

This illustrated guide explores the world of chess, analysing notable games and the relationship between style and temperament in the game's great masters. It features over 200 paintings, prints and photographs, including 72 pages in full colour.

Accession 5821 ISBN 039448777X Publisher Random House
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