Correspondence Chess in Britain and Ireland, 1824-1987

Autori

• Tim Harding

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Pagine

440pagine

Tempo di lettura

16ore

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The book delves into the rich history of British and Irish correspondence chess, starting from the inaugural match in 1824 and spanning to the 1980s, a peak era for the game. It highlights significant developments such as the emergence of regional chess associations post-World War I and the influence of new technologies like the telegraph and fax. Key events include early transatlantic matches and the establishment of the International Correspondence Chess Association. Appendices provide detailed records of champions, club matches, and relevant historical documents.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2010

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