100 Incredible Facts about Chess by Eliot Rosen

A Collection of 100 Incredible Chess Facts — The Perfect Gift for Any Chess Enthusiast, Beginner or Expert.

Want to shine at the chess club and never be left out when people talk about legendary players and incredible stories? This book is for you!

From the ancient Indian chaturanga to modern online battles on Chess.com, from legendary grandmasters to dramatic tournament upsets, from sensational scandals to artists captivated by the game and records that defy logic — this book takes you deep into the rich, strange, and fascinating world of the 64 squares.

• Do you know the true origin of the word “chess”?
• Why was the Queen once one of the weakest pieces on the board?
• Which chess prodigy defeated eight opponents blindfolded at the age of 12?
• How did a simple wooden automaton fool all of Europe for a century?
• How did chess end up in the Star Wars universe?
• Who dared to mix chess… with a boxing ring?

Inside, you’ll also find:
• Legendary grandmasters and their secrets (Fischer, Kasparov, Carlsen…)
• Pioneers who changed the game forever (Greco, Philidor…)
• Brilliant but unconventional players (Tkachiev, Ivanchuk, Bent Larsen…)
• Emperors and dictators fascinated by chess (Napoleon, Lenin, Gaddafi…)
• Artists and writers (Musset, Duchamp, Ray Charles, Georges Lucas, Dalí…)
• Chess prodigies and early champions (Paul Morphy, Mishra, Ivanovic…)

Perfect as a gift idea for any chess player — man, woman, or teen — this book compiles original, historical, and surprising anecdotes that will delight both fans and curious readers. Written in a lively, clear, and engaging style, it’s accessible to everyone.

Be the one everyone listens to: epic anecdotes, champions, legendary moves… With this book, impress your friends and stand out at the chess club!

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