L/N 5951. The 'Chess Pocket Yearbook 1953' (year 3) is a comprehensive guide that encapsulates the world of chess during the year 1953. Authored by Engelhardt, this book serves as a yearbook for chess enthusiasts, providing in-depth analysis of games, tournaments, and chess strategies that were prevalent during this era. The yearbook reflects the dynamic nature of the 1950s chess scene, highlighting key matches and players who made significant contributions to the chess community. This edition, bound in hardcover, is particularly valuable for historians and chess aficionados interested in the evolution of chess tactics and competition during the post-war period. Although originally published in German, it remains a useful resource for English-speaking audiences fascinated by chess history. ------------ This item originates from the chess book collection of Zahari Stanchev, (April 27, 1920 - January 27, 1980) from Sofia, Bulgaria. Stanchev was Bulgaria's representative to FIDE in the 1960s, a writer of chess books, and an international arbiter.

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Publisher: Siegfried Engelhardt Verlag
Publisher city: Berlin-Frohnau
Year: 1953
Pages: 336
Language: German
Condition: Very Good

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