Catalogue Of Books On The Origin, History, And Practice Of The Game Of Chess - Richard Simpson - Bog

Catalogue Of Books On The Origin, History, And Practice Of The Game Of Chess: From The Earliest Period To The Present Day is a book written by Richard Simpson and published in 1863. The book is a comprehensive catalogue of books on the game of chess, covering its origin, history, and practice from the earliest period to the present day. The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different aspect of the game. The first section covers the history of chess, tracing its origins back to ancient India and Persia, and its spread throughout the world. The second section covers the rules and practice of the game, including various strategies and tactics. The remaining sections of the book provide a detailed list of books on chess, arranged chronologically and by author. The catalogue includes books in various languages, including English, French, German, and Italian. Each entry includes a brief description of the book, as well as information on its author, publisher, and date of publication. Overall, Catalogue Of Books On The Origin, History, And Practice Of The Game Of Chess is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and practice of chess, as well as for collectors of chess books. It provides a comprehensive overview of the literature on the subject, making it an important reference for scholars and enthusiasts alike.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.