Selected Chess Endings — Rev. E. E. Cunnington (1903)

Selected Chess Endings by Reverend E. E. Cunnington is a classic early endgame manual first published in 1903, offering a rich collection of instructive and practical endgame positions. Designed to sharpen calculation and deepen understanding of essential endgame themes, this work presents carefully chosen examples that remain useful for improving players even today.

This listing is for the original 1903 edition, not the later algebraic reworking by Carsten Hansen. The book showcases Cunnington’s clear instructional style, focusing on practical winning techniques, key ideas, and problem‑like positions that help players build confidence in simplified positions.

A valuable piece of early chess literature, this volume appeals to:

• Endgame students seeking classical training material
• Collectors of original pre‑war chess books
• Historians interested in early instructional writing
• Enthusiasts who appreciate original editions rather than modern reprints

Original Cunnington works from this era are increasingly difficult to find, especially in complete condition, making this a desirable addition to any chess library.