Susan Polgar
Rebel Queen : the Cold War, Misogyny, and the Making of a Grandmaster
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- ISBN 13:
- 9781538757291
- author:
- Susan Polgar
- format:
- Hardcover
- publisher:
- Grand Central Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2025
- Pages:
- 352
- Genre:
- Women Games & Activities
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Susan Polgar's remarkable story is one of determination and perseverance in the face of adversity. Born into a poor Jewish family in Cold War Budapest, she would go on to become one of the greatest female chess players the world had ever seen. Despite a sexist culture and a hostile Communist government, she broke the game's long-standing gender barrier and claimed her place at the pinnacle of professional chess. Her journey is a testament to her unwavering dedication and unrelenting spirit.
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