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The Zurich Chess Club: A Century of Chess History

Embark on a journey through two centuries of chess history with "The Zurich Chess Club, 1809-2009" by Richard Forster. This comprehensive hardback book is a testament to the world's oldest chess organization, the Zurich Chess Club. Spanning 448 pages, it offers an in-depth exploration of the club's storied development, its remarkable members, and its significant role in the international chess scene.

• Discover the fascinating evolution of the Zurich Chess Club.
• Learn about the club's outstanding members and their contributions to chess.

Unveiling the Club's Rich Tournament History

"The Zurich Chess Club, 1809-2009" delves into the club's historical tournaments, including those held in 1934, 1953, and 1959, featuring legendary players like Lasker, Alekhine, Euwe, Smyslov, Bronstein, Reshevsky, Tal, Fischer, and Keres. The book culminates in the spectacular bicentenary celebrations in 2009, attended by world champions Spassky, Karpov, Kasparov, Kramnik, Anand, and Topalov.

• Relive the excitement of iconic chess tournaments.
• Experience the thrill of witnessing chess history unfold.

Written by a Chess Expert

Authored by Richard Forster, a chess master and technical writer, this book is a must-have for any chess enthusiast. Forster's expertise in computational linguistics and chess is evident in his meticulous research and engaging narrative. As the chess columnist for the "Neue Zürcher Zeitung" and a participant in four chess Olympiads, Forster brings a unique perspective to this historical account.

• Explore chess history through the eyes of an experienced chess master.
• Gain insights from an author who has been at the heart of the chess community.