Fischer V Spassky: The Chess Match Of The Century
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Svetozar Gligoric
Binding: Paperback
Published: Fontana, 1972
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Smooth spine. Tight pages but does have yellowing.
This compelling non-fiction account chronicles the legendary 1972 World Chess Championship match between Bobby Fischer and Boris Spassky, a Cold War-era confrontation that captivated global audiences. Svetozar Gligoric, a grandmaster himself, provides an insider's perspective on the psychological warfare, strategic brilliance, and dramatic twists that defined this historic encounter in Reykjavik. The narrative details the intense pressure on both players, the political undertones, and the revolutionary impact of Fischer's play on the chess world. It is an essential read for chess enthusiasts and anyone interested in a pivotal moment in sports history.
Author: Svetozar Gligoric
Binding: Paperback
Published: Fontana, 1972
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Smooth spine. Tight pages but does have yellowing.
This compelling non-fiction account chronicles the legendary 1972 World Chess Championship match between Bobby Fischer and Boris Spassky, a Cold War-era confrontation that captivated global audiences. Svetozar Gligoric, a grandmaster himself, provides an insider's perspective on the psychological warfare, strategic brilliance, and dramatic twists that defined this historic encounter in Reykjavik. The narrative details the intense pressure on both players, the political undertones, and the revolutionary impact of Fischer's play on the chess world. It is an essential read for chess enthusiasts and anyone interested in a pivotal moment in sports history.