Chess for the Fun of It

Edité par G. Bell and Sons, Ltd., Cheltenham, United Kingdom, 1935

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Publication:ÂLondon, G. Bell and Sons, Ltd., 1935 Formatting: 8vo, pp. [viii], 170. Condition Report Poor. A worn, ex-library copy suited primarily as a reading or reference working copy. The binding features a distressed brown back strip over green textured boards; the spine is significantly rubbed with moderate losses to the head and tail, and the joints are tender, directly impacting the volume's overall structural firmness. The lower spine bears a taped institutional shelf-label, with the clear adhesive extending awkwardly onto the boards, significantly detracting from its aesthetic appeal. Internally, the front endpapers show standard institutional markings, including a bold 'WITHDRAWN' stamp and a bookplate for the 'ESSEX COUNTY LIBRARY'. The text block, though entirely complete, firmly attached, and legible, is age-toned throughout, lacking the brightness desired by collectors. The hinges are strained but ultimately holding. Despite the pronounced aesthetic wear, surface-level degradation, and heavy institutional presence, it remains a fully functional, intact volume that firmly warrants its reading-copy status. Catalogue Note Second edition, being the 1935 reprint of the original 1933 first edition. The text is generously interspersed with in-text chess diagrams to illustrate gameplay and tactical positioning. Brian Harley (1883â"1955) was a prominent British chess problemist and the long-time chess editor of The Observer. The present volume bears the clear provenance of the Essex County Library, complete with standard institutional bookplates and withdrawal stamps denoting its historical circulation. While early twentieth-century chess manuals of this era remain relatively scarce on the open market, particularly in their original, unadulterated bindings, this heavily used ex-library copy is offered as a robust, working example of an uncommon instructional text. A classic early twentieth-century guide to the royal game, Chess for the Fun of It offers an engaging and highly accessible entry into the world of chess. Written by acclaimed problemist Brian Harley with the specific aim of demystifying the board for casual players, it covers everything from the initial moves and fundamental attacks to complex endgames and surprise tactics. A charming historical artifact of British chess literature, this book remains a delightful read for both the modern novice and the seasoned enthusiast seeking a nostalgic look at classical chess instruction.…

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Détails bibliographiques

Titre
Chess for the Fun of It
Auteur
Brian Harley
Éditeur
G. Bell and Sons, Ltd., Cheltenham, United Kingdom
Année de publication
1935
État de l'article
Poor
Reliure
hardcover
Illustrateur
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Broadhursts of Southport Ltd is one of the oldest second-hand and antiquarian bookshops in the country,having been established in 1920 by Charles Kenyon Broadhurst who many years later became President of the Antiquarian Booksellers Association(ABA).The business has traded continuously since then on four floors of our listed mid-nineteenth century building in the centre of Southport.(homepage at www.ckbroadhurst.co.uk)The ground floor is occupied by our New Bookshop,and the other three floors comprise an extensive Childrens Department,eight second-hand book rooms containing upwards of 100.000 titles on most subjects,and two large Rare Book Rooms with a wide and interesting selection of material.Recently an annexe was added to house our considerable stock of Aviation and Military titles. In addition to books,we stock a varied selection of 18th-20th C.prints and maps and operate a bookbinding and restoration service. Our stock is added to constantly with new material coming in every week and we are always keen…

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