The Exploits and Triumphs, in Europe, of Paul Morphy, the Chess Champion by Edge
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| Author | Edge, Frederick Milnes |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 05023144 |
| Title | The Exploits and Triumphs, in Europe, of Paul Morphy, the Chess Champion |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Exploits and Triumphs, in Europe, of Paul Morphy, the Chess Champion" by Edge is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book centers around the life and achievements of Paul Morphy, a prodigious chess player from America, highlighting his journey, matches, and interactions with prominent chess figures in Europe. It provides insight into the chess scene of the time while documenting Morphy's rise as one of the greatest chess talents. The opening of this work introduces Paul Morphy as a young prodigy whose exceptional aptitude for chess was nurtured by his father. His early experiences show how he quickly surpassed his local competition and garnered attention, leading to his participation in the First American Chess Congress. Here, Morphy's stunning victories establish his national reputation. The narrative also begins to touch on his preparations for a trip to Europe, where the chess world awaits to see if he can triumph against seasoned players, setting the stage for a significant chapter in chess history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | GV: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure |
| Subject | Chess |
| Subject | Morphy, Paul Charles, 1837-1884 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 34180 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 134 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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