The Encyclopaedia Of Chess

London, Robert Hale,(1970).. First Edition; Thick 8vo; pp. xvi, 587; 27 b/w plates, numerous text illustrations and diagrams, index; dustjacket, price clipped, otherwise a very good copy. Apart from biographical information on over 500 leading players and the results of major tournaments since 1950 it covers the history of the game; rules and variations; and the association of… Read more about this item

" A compendium of information on the history of the game, most of its leading players, and its rules and variations throughout the world"- Light staining on exterior of text block-interior unmarked.