Paul Morphy and the Evolution of Chess Theory Representing nearly ten years of

Representing nearly ten years of research effort

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Paul Morphy and the Evolution of Chess Theory Representing nearly ten years ofThis 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