Paul Morphy and the Evolution of Chess Theory it vividly depicts the friction

it vividly depicts the friction between liberal and conservative thought and the rise of the radical new philosophy of nihilism

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Paul Morphy and the Evolution of Chess Theory it vividly depicts the frictionThis book about the best chess player of the 19th century analyzes Paul Morphy's games and positions in depth to get to the essence of his style. Chapters discuss other players of the period (Adolph Anderssen and Wilhelm Steinitz), Morphy's rare blunders and omissions, as well as selected endgames and openings. Also included are a 27 page essay on Morphy by Steinitz and a series of letters between Alexander Alekhine and Eugene Znosko Borovsky debating