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The Mammoth Of The World's Greatest Chess Games

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By Irving Chernev

The Mammoth Of The World's Greatest Chess Games The Mammoth Of The World S Greatest Chess Games : New Edn (Mammoth 200)

The Mammoth Of The World's Greatest Chess Games is a collection of 1,392 of the greatest chess games ever played. The games are annotated by Irving Chernev, one of the world's leading chess experts.

The Mammoth Book of the World's Greatest Chess Games .: New edn (Mammoth Books 200)

by Graham Burgess

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The book is divided into eight sections, each of which covers a different era of chess history. The first section covers the early days of chess, from its origins in India to the development of the modern game in Europe. The second section covers the Romantic Era, which saw the emergence of some of the greatest attacking players in history, such as Anderssen and Morphy. The third section covers the Classical Era, which was dominated by positional play and strategic thinking. The fourth section covers the Hypermodern Era, which saw the development of new opening systems and tactical ideas. The fifth section covers the Modern Era, which has been characterized by a more scientific approach to the game. The sixth section covers the Computer Era, which has seen the rise of computer-assisted analysis and the development of new opening systems. The seventh section covers the Women's World Championship, which has been dominated by a handful of players, such as Polgar, Xie Jun, and Hou Yifan. The eighth section covers the World Championship, which is the most prestigious chess tournament in the world.

The Mammoth Of The World's Greatest Chess Games is a must-have for any chess enthusiast. It is a valuable resource for studying the history of chess, learning from the greatest players in the world, and improving your own game.

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"The Mammoth Of The World's Greatest Chess Games is a must-have for any chess enthusiast. It is a valuable resource for studying the history of chess, learning from the greatest players in the world, and improving your own game." - Garry Kasparov

"The Mammoth Of The World's Greatest Chess Games is a classic work that has stood the test of time. It is a must-have for any serious chess player." - Anatoly Karpov

"The Mammoth Of The World's Greatest Chess Games is a treasure trove of chess knowledge. It is a must-have for any chess library." - Nigel Short