Schach Kongress Teplitz Schonau 1922 Olms Reprint

For sale is the bookThe book Schachkongress Teplitz-Schönau 1922 is a reprint by Olms Edition of the original 1923 publication. It provides a detailed account of the international chess congress held in Teplitz-Schönau (now Teplice, Czech Republic) in October 1922. This tournament was notable for its strong field of participants, including Richard Réti and Rudolf Spielmann, who shared first place, followed by Savielly Tartakower, Akiba Rubinstein, and Ernst Grünfeld. Siegbert Tarrasch, a legendary figure in chess, also participated, though he finished near the bottom of the standings.The book includes 91 annotated games from the tournament, with commentary by prominent chess analysts of the time, such as Grünfeld and Beeker. Beyond the tournament games, it features a rich collection of chess problems, including sections on retrograde analysis, as well as essays on various aspects of chess composition and strategy. A witty "chess alphabet" by Tartakower adds a unique touch to the content.Spanning 664 pages, this hardcover edition is part of the "Tschaturanga" series, which focuses on historical chess literature. It is presented in German and serves as a treasure trove for chess enthusiasts and historians interested in the golden age of chess. Let me know if you'd like to delve deeper into this fascinating piece of chess history!

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