The Chess Congresses of Crefeld 1871,Düsseldorf 1876 and Frankfurt 1878 (German)

For sale is the book The Chess Congresses of Crefeld 1871, Düsseldorf 1876, and Frankfurt 1878" by Johannes Minckwitz, reprinted by Olms, is a detailed historical account of three significant chess tournaments held in Germany in the late 19th century. The book provides comprehensive annotations of all the games played during these congresses, offering valuable insights into the strategies and tactics employed by some of the best chess players of the era. The book covers the following tournaments: Crefeld 1871: The first of the three congresses, featuring top players from across Europe. Düsseldorf 1876: A highly competitive event with notable performances from leading chess masters. Frankfurt 1878: The final congress, which continued the tradition of high-level chess competition.The tournaments attracted many prominent chess players, including:Wilhelm Steinitz (Bohemia) Joseph Henry Blackburne (United Kingdom) Adolf Anderssen (German Empire) Samuel Rosenthal (France) Louis Paulsen (German Empire) Henry Edward Bird (United Kingdom) Josef Heral (Austria) Max Fleissig (Hungary Philipp Meitner (Austria)Adolf Schwarz (Hungary) Oscar Gelbfuhs (Austria) Karl Pitschel (Austria)Crefeld 1871: The tournament was notable for its high level of competition, with Wilhelm Steinitz emerging as the winner.Düsseldorf 1876: This event saw intense battles among the top players, with Joseph Henry Blackburne and Adolf Anderssen delivering standout performances.Frankfurt 1878: The final congress continued the tradition of high-level chess competition, with many exciting games and notable achievements.The tournaments were held during a time when chess was rapidly growing in popularity, and they played a significant role in the development of modern tournament chess. The book includes detailed annotations and analysis of the games, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the strategies and tactics used by the players.The Chess Congresses of Crefeld 1871, Düsseldorf 1876, and Frankfurt 1878" is an essential resource for chess historians and enthusiasts interested in the history of chess tournaments. The Olms reprint preserves the original annotations and provides a valuable glimpse into the world of 19th-century chess.

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