The Exploits and Triumphs of Paul Morphy, the Chess Champion: A Victorian Chronicle of the 1858–59 European Chess Tour and Sporting Celebrity - Couverture souple
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Frederick Milnes Edge's The Exploits and Triumphs of Paul Morphy, the Chess Champion is both a contemporary chronicle of Morphy's astonishing European campaign of 1858–59 and a work of sporting hagiography. Combining reportage, anecdote, match narrative, and chess-cultural commentary, it presents Morphy not merely as a brilliant player but as a figure of intellectual conquest. Its style is vivid, partisan, and Victorian in its appetite for character, rivalry, and public triumph, situating chess within the era's fascination with genius, celebrity, and international competition. Edge, an English journalist who served as Morphy's secretary and promoter during part of the American master's celebrated tour, wrote from proximity to the events he describes. His access gives the book immediacy, though also explains its admiring tone and occasional polemical edge, especially in its treatment of Howard Staunton and the contested question of a match that never occurred. Readers interested in chess history, nineteenth-century literary culture, or the making of modern sporting celebrity will find this volume indispensable. It is not a neutral biography, but precisely for that reason it remains a revealing and energetic document of Morphy's legend.
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware -Frederick Milnes Edge's The Exploits and Triumphs of Paul Morphy, the Chess Champion is both a contemporary chronicle of Morphy's astonishing European campaign of 1858-59 and a work of sporting hagiography. Combining reportage, anecdote, match narrative, and chess-cultural commentary, it presents Morphy not merely as a brilliant player but as a figure of intellectual conquest. Its style is vivid, partisan, and Victorian in its appetite for character, rivalry, and public triumph, situating chess within the era's fascination with genius, celebrity, and international competition. Edge, an English journalist who served as Morphy's secretary and promoter during part of the American master's celebrated tour, wrote from proximity to the events he describes. His access gives the book immediacy, though also explains its admiring tone and occasional polemical edge, especially in its treatment of Howard Staunton and the contested question of a match that never occurred. Readers interested in chess history, nineteenth-century literary culture, or the making of modern sporting celebrity will find this volume indispensable. It is not a neutral biography, but precisely for that reason it remains a revealing and energetic document of Morphy's legend.e-artnow s.r.o., Za sidlistem 22, 14300 Prague 100 pp. Englisch. N° de réf. du vendeur 9788027386284
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - In 'The Exploits and Triumphs of Paul Morphy, the Chess Champion,' Frederick Milnes Edge crafts a compelling narrative that delves into the life and legacy of Paul Morphy, heralded as one of the greatest chess players of the 19th century. Richly detailed, the text is imbued with a biographical style that intertwines historical account with chess analysis, meticulously documenting Morphy's brilliant games and the sociopolitical milieu of his time. Edge's work also serves as a reflection on the evolution of chess strategy and its perception within society, highlighting Morphy's role in transforming chess into a respected intellectual pursuit. Milnes Edge, a contemporary of Morphy and an avid chess enthusiast, brings a unique perspective borne from his deep engagement with the game and its community. His insights are rooted in both personal admiration for Morphy's genius and firsthand experiences within the chess circuits of his era. Edge's scholarship reflects a commitment to preserving the memory of Morphy, presenting not just a player, but a cultural icon who reshaped the chess landscape. This book is highly recommended for chess aficionados, historians, and general readers alike, offering an engaging blend of biography and game analysis that illuminates the extraordinary life of Paul Morphy. Edge's thoughtful examination fosters a greater appreciation for chess, encouraging readers to explore Morphy's contributions both to the game and to the intellectual pursuits of his time. N° de réf. du vendeur 9788027386284
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. The Exploits and Triumphs of Paul Morphy, the Chess Champion | A Victorian Chronicle of the 1858-59 European Chess Tour and Sporting Celebrity | Frederick Milnes Edge | Taschenbuch | Englisch | 2023 | e-artnow | EAN 9788027386284 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: e-artnow s.r.o., Za Sidlistem 22, 143 00 PRAGUE, TSCHECHIEN, kristoferpaetau[at]gmail[dot]com | Anbieter: preigu. N° de réf. du vendeur 126984618
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