Paul Morphy, The Chess Champion An Account Of His Career In America And Europe, With A History Of Chess And Chess Clubs And Anecdotes Of Famous Players (1859)

""Paul Morphy, The Chess Champion"" is a book written by Frederick Milnes Edge and originally published in 1859. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life and career of Paul Morphy, one of the greatest chess players of all time. Morphy was a chess prodigy who rose to fame in the mid-19th century and dominated the chess world during his short career.The book covers Morphy's early life, his introduction to chess, and his rise to prominence as a player. It also provides an overview of the history of chess and chess clubs, as well as anecdotes about famous players of the time. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of chess and the life of one of its greatest champions.Throughout the book, Edge provides detailed descriptions of Morphy's games and strategies, as well as insights into his personality and character. The book also includes illustrations and diagrams to help readers better understand the games and moves.Overall, ""Paul Morphy, The Chess Champion"" is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique perspective on the life and career of one of the greatest chess players of all time. It is a must-read for anyone interested in chess history or the game itself.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.