First introduced by Arabs to newly gained territories in the Mediterranean during the 8th and 9th centuries, the game of chess soon spread throughout Europe, slowly evolving from the less dynamic Shatranj verion into modern chess. This study examines the classical era of modern chess from the late 15th century into the 1640s, paying special attention to key developments in the medieval period and later. After tracing the birth of modern chess in Europe, it offers critical appreciation of relevant chess literature--including works by von der Lasa, van der Linde, Leon, Murray, Chicco, Eales, Petzold, Sanvito, and Garzon--and chronicles all opening and game moves of the era and the development of laws and rules like ""en passant"" taking, King's leaps, and castlings. With a glossary and over 100 illustrations, this is the definitive overview of a transformative era in the history of chess.
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Title: The Classical Era of Modern Chess <>Binding: Hardcover <>Author: PeterJ.Mont' <>Publisher: McFarland&Company
"One of the most important chess books published in the last twenty years...highly recommended"-- IM John Donaldson (JeremySilman.com); "Like Murray's great work on the History of Chess, it will stand the test of time and will, due to its prodigious scholarship, eventually always be mentioned along with that previous classic...the erudition, the care, and the enormous effort which went into it is obvious. It deserves a warm reception"--Dale Brandreth, Caissa Editions; "Monté delivers great research and his brilliant, exhaustive work is unique in chess history. But the most amazing part are the openings and games of the period...an absolute must"--Huffington Post.
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