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The Chess Players’ Text Book: An Elementary Treatise on the Game of Chess. Illustrated by Numerous Diagrams Specially Designed for Beginners and Advanced Students.

The Chess Players’ Text Book: An Elementary Treatise on the Game of Chess. Illustrated by Numerous Diagrams Specially Designed for Beginners and Advanced Students.

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The Chess Players’ Text Book: An Elementary Treatise on the Game of Chess. Illustrated by Numerous Diagrams Specially Designed for Beginners and Advanced Students.

by GOSSIP, G.H.D

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  • Hardcover
  • first
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1889 CHESS 1ed Players' Textbook Gossip Rules Strategy Opening Ending Gambit

"The Chess Players' Text Book" is a 19th-century introductory treatise on the game of chess written by American-English chess master George Hatfeild Dingley Gossip. This book provides a comprehensive guide to the game, with a focus on helping both beginners and advanced players to improve their skills. It is illustrated by numerous diagrams specially designed to aid in the learning process. The book covers the basics of the game, including the rules of play, the various pieces and their movements, and fundamental strategies and tactics. It also includes advanced techniques and tips for more experienced players looking to improve their game. Overall, "The Chess Players' Text Book" is a valuable resource for anyone looking to learn or improve their skills in the game of chess by studying 19th century thought and tactics.

Item number: #22222

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GOSSIP, G.H.D.

The Chess Players' Text Book: An Elementary Treatise on the Game of Chess. Illustrated by Numerous Diagrams Specially Designed for Beginners and Advanced Students.

New York: Dick and Fitzgerald, 1889. First edition.

Details:

· Collation: Complete

o vi, [1], 8-156, [4]

o Illustrated throughout

· Language: English

· Binding: Hardcover; tight and secure

o Brown cloth

· Size: ~6.5in X 5in (16.5cm x 12.5cm)

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Bookseller
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Bookseller's Inventory #
22222
Title
The Chess Players’ Text Book: An Elementary Treatise on the Game of Chess. Illustrated by Numerous Diagrams Specially Designed for Beginners and Advanced Students.
Author
GOSSIP, G.H.D
Format/Binding
Hardcover; tight and secure
Book Condition
Used - Near Fine
Quantity Available
1
Edition
First
Binding
Hardcover
Publisher
Dick and Fitzgerald
Place of Publication
New York
Date Published
1889
Weight
0.00 lbs
Keywords
1889 CHESS 1ed Players’ Textbook Gossip Rules Strategy Opening Ending Gambit, rare, antique, old, first edition, 1st state, provenance, signed, inscribed, dust jacket, vellum, manuscript, engravings, illustrations, leather, plates, maps, antiquarian

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