l'Ami, Erwin
Kings, Queens & Rookies: The Tata Steel Chess Tournament - A Celebration of 85 Years
- ISBN 13:
- 9789493257771
- author:
- l'Ami, Erwin
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- New in Chess
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 160
- Dimensions:
- 23.7 x 19.7 x 1.9 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Home & Garden, Crafts & Hobbies, Chess,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Wimbledon of Chess: A Celebration of 85 Years Every winter, the world's strongest chess players and most promising chess prodigies gather in a small seaside village in the Netherlands for two weeks of intense chess competition. The Tata Steel Chess Tournament, now in its 85th edition, is a unique celebration of the game that brings together hundreds of amateur players and the world's elite grandmasters. This book captures the essence of the festival, telling the stories of the winners, amateur players, and their favourite restaurants, with dozens of photographs showcasing the event's photogenic atmosphere. The tournament is a gift to the local community and the global chess community, with online live broadcasts allowing fans worldwide to follow the games with expert commentary. The book includes magnificent chess games annotated by the winners, providing a unique insight into the strategies and techniques of the world's top players. With 150 pages of content, this book is a must-have for anyone interested in the world of chess.
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