Instructive Positions from Master Chess

J. Mieses

Published by G. Bell & Sons, Ltd., Norwich, United Kingdom, 1938

About this Item

Publication: London, G. Bell & Sons, Ltd., 1938 Formatting: 12mo, pp. [iv], 76. Condition Report: Good. The book remains securely bound and mechanically sound, though it presents with the expected superficial wear of an older, jacketless book. The most notable imperfection is the pronounced sunning to the spine, which has browned the pale green cloth, slightly obscuring the publisher's imprint at the foot, and extending marginally onto the board edges. There is a gentle outward bow to the front board, likely resulting from humidity over the decades, alongside minor rubbing to the extremities. Internally, the pages are remarkably bright and tidy, free from significant foxing or oxidisation, retaining crisp, legible typography and clearly printed chess diagrams throughout. Catalogue Note: This is the 1938 fourth impression of Jacques Mieses's classic manual, originally issued by G. Bell & Sons. Bound in the publisher's original pale green cloth, this edition serves as a handsome testament to the enduring popularity of Mieses's teachings in the pre-war era. The text block is generously illustrated with clear, traditional chess diagrams corresponding to the documented matches. While secondary pre-war impressions of Bellā s chess titles are relatively common on the open market, they remain highly sought after by collectors and practical players alike for their historical charm and clarity. This copy is offered without the rare original dust jacket. Compiled by the formidable chess master Jacques Mieses, Instructive Positions from Master Chess offers an accessible yet profound anthology of 125 critical board scenarios drawn directly from competitive play. Divided into sections on openings, middle-games, and endgames, Mieses intentionally selected scenarios that provide immediate tactical amusement alongside deep instructional value. It remains an excellent, didactic tool designed for players wishing to sharpen their intuition without wading through heavy, systematic theoretical treatises.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Instructive Positions from Master Chess
• Publisher: G. Bell & Sons, Ltd., Norwich, United Kingdom
• Publication Date: 1938
• Binding: hardcover
• Illustrator: N/A
• Condition: Good