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The Great Chess Encyclopedia. All the secrets of the most intellectual game in history: from ancient chessboards to the greatest players.

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The Great Chess Encyclopedia. All the secrets of the most intellectual game in history: from ancient chessboards to the greatest players.
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From ancient Persian chessboards to digital tournaments, this book explores the most intellectual game in human history, where silence, strategy, and reason reign supreme!

Inside you'll find:

- The history of chess from its inception to the present day, with colorful illustrations reflecting the game's history.
- The most important tournaments and records.
- Legendary games and their influence on the game's further development.
- Colorful illustrations reflecting the history of the game.
- Biographies of great grandmasters: from Capablanca and Alekhine to Karpov, Carlsen, and many others.
- The influence of chess on culture, cinema, science, and politics.
- Rules—from the initial placement of pieces on the chessboard to tactics and strategies.

Immerse yourself in the culture, philosophy, and spirit of chess and discover how chess became a cultural phenomenon.
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