A World of Chess: Its Development and Variations through Centuries and

Description: With more than 400 illustrations, and detailed maps, this immense and deeply researched account of the history of chess covers not only the modern international game, derived from Persian and Arab roots, but a broad spectrum of variants going back 1500 years, some of which are still played in various parts of the world. The evolution of strategic board games, especially in India, China and Japan, is discussed in detail. Many more recent chess variants (board sizes, new pieces, 3-D, etc.) are fully covered. Instructions for play are provided, with historical context, for every game presented.

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EAN: 9780786494279

UPC: 9780786494279

ISBN: 9780786494279

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Book Title: World of Chess : Its Development and Variations Through Centuries and Civilizations

Number of Pages: 408 Pages

Language: English

Publisher: Mcfarland & Company, Incorporated Publishers

Item Height: 0.8 in

Publication Year: 2017

Topic: Chess

Illustrator: Yes

Genre: Games & Activities

Item Weight: 24.1 Oz

Author: Rick Knowlton, Jean-Louis Cazaux

Item Length: 10 in

Item Width: 7 in

Format: Trade Paperback