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Studies of Chess; Containing, Caïssa, a Poem is a unique volume blending the strategic intricacies of chess with the lyrical beauty of poetry. This collection features "Caïssa," a poem celebrating the mythological muse of chess, alongside insightful studies and analyses of the game itself. Contributions from notable figures such as Sir William Jones and F. D. Philidor enrich the text, offering both historical context and expert perspectives.

The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the cultural and intellectual landscape of the early 19th century, where chess was not only a game but also a subject of artistic and scholarly interest. Readers will appreciate the blend of creative expression and strategic thought, making this an enduring piece for enthusiasts of both chess and literature.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Studies of Chess; Containing, Caissa, a Poem is a unique volume blending the strategic intricacies of chess with the lyrical beauty of poetry. This collection features "Caissa," a poem celebrating the mythological muse of chess, alongside insightful studies and analyses of the game itself. Contributions from notable figures such as Sir William Jones and F. D. Philidor enrich the text, offering both historical context and expert perspectives.The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the cultural and intellectual landscape of the early 19th century, where chess was not only a game but also a subject of artistic and scholarly interest. Readers will appreciate the blend of creative expression and strategic thought, making this an enduring piece for enthusiasts of both chess and literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781024243888

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