Pillsbury the Extraordinary by Andrew Soltis and Ken Smith
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Pillsbury the Extraordinary by Andrew Soltis and Ken Smith is a biographical and game-collection work devoted to the life and chess career of the legendary American master Harry Nelson Pillsbury, one of the strongest players of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
The book explores Pillsbury’s remarkable rise in international chess, including his famous performances against many of the world’s leading masters during the classical era.
Soltis and Smith analyze a selection of annotated games, highlighting Pillsbury’s strengths in tactical vision, attacking play, blindfold chess, and positional understanding.
The work also examines his influence on American chess history and the challenges he faced during his relatively short but brilliant career.
A major feature of the book is its combination of historical narrative and instructive chess analysis, allowing readers to appreciate both Pillsbury’s personality and his practical playing style.
A valuable resource for chess historians, tournament players, and fans of classic master games, especially those interested in the development of American chess and the romantic attacking era.
Condition: Good condition, Likely New.
Pillsbury the Extraordinary by Andrew Soltis and Ken Smith is a biographical and game-collection work devoted to the life and chess career of the legendary American master Harry Nelson Pillsbury, one of the strongest players of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
The book explores Pillsbury’s remarkable rise in international chess, including his famous performances against many of the world’s leading masters during the classical era.
Soltis and Smith analyze a selection of annotated games, highlighting Pillsbury’s strengths in tactical vision, attacking play, blindfold chess, and positional understanding.
The work also examines his influence on American chess history and the challenges he faced during his relatively short but brilliant career.
A major feature of the book is its combination of historical narrative and instructive chess analysis, allowing readers to appreciate both Pillsbury’s personality and his practical playing style.
A valuable resource for chess historians, tournament players, and fans of classic master games, especially those interested in the development of American chess and the romantic attacking era.
Condition: Good condition, Likely New.
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