David Edmonds,John Eidinow
Bobby Fischer Goes to War
- ISBN 13:
- 9780571214129
- author:
- David Edmonds,John Eidinow
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Faber & Faber
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2004
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 19.7 x 12.7 x 2.2 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Modern, 20th Century,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Bobby Fischer Goes to War: The True Story of how the Soviets Lost the Most Extraordinary Chess Match of All Time In 1972, the world of chess was set to witness a clash of titans. The Soviet Union, which had dominated the sport for over two decades, was pitted against the United States in a battle for supremacy. Bobby Fischer, a young American prodigy, was the chosen champion, while Boris Spassky, a complex and sensitive Russian opponent, was seen as the Soviet's best hope. As the match unfolded, the stakes grew higher, and the world watched with bated breath. The KGB, the Soviet intelligence agency, became increasingly involved in the match, using every trick in the book to try and turn the tide in Spassky's favour. Meanwhile, Fischer's volatile personality and intense focus on the game made him a formidable opponent. The authors of this book reveal the intricate web of politics, psychology, and chess strategy that led to one of the most extraordinary matches in sporting history. This gripping account of the 1972 World Chess Championship match is a fascinating study of human psychology, politics, and the game of chess itself.
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