Publisher's Synopsis
Chess, a game so captivating that it traveled through centuries and across continents, enchanting everyone who played it. Our story begins in ancient India and follows its voyages across Persia, Arabia, Europe, Russia and China. In this book, we'll ride on the wings of the Rook or the Gaja and leap with the knight or the Asva, discovering how chess has been played by kings and Shahs, scientists and artists. We'll learn how a game that thousands of years ago, has now become a beloved treasure for millions around the world. So, grab your cloak of curiosity and put on your crown of questions, as we embark on this magical journey through the enchanting history of chess.
