Schachkongress Teplitz‑Schönau 1922 — Schorr

Schachkongress Teplitz‑Schönau 1922 is an exceptional and comprehensive historical record of the Teplitz‑Schönau Chess Congress, held in October 1922. Published in 1923 as part of the Deutschen Schachklubs Teplitz‑Schönau series, this monumental volume documents one of the most significant Central European tournaments of the early 20th century.

The book contains the complete collection of all annotated games from the international master tournament, won jointly by Richard Réti and Rudolf Spielmann. In addition, it includes extensive material from the first international problem tournament of the Teplitz‑Schönauer Anzeiger (1921/22), making it valuable not only for tournament historians but also for enthusiasts of chess composition.

This richly produced volume features:

• All tournament games with annotations
• Problems from the 1921/22 problem tournament
• Algebraic notation
• Cross tables and a progress table
• 20 historical photographs
• 815 diagrams
• 664 pages of detailed content
• Reference listings (L/N 5350, Kieler Schachkatalog 4038)

The book offers both visual and analytical depth, capturing the atmosphere, players, and creative output of a major European chess event. Its combination of tournament play and composition makes it a uniquely broad historical reference.

Condition Note: The binding is in poor condition, but the book is complete, with all pages present.

A highly desirable item for chess historians, collectors, and serious students of classic tournament chess.

Note: Historical demand and limited supply make this book rare and expensive.