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Joys of Chess: Heroes, Battles and Brilliancies: Hesse, Christian Written by a Harvard-trained mathematics professor
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Written by a Harvard-trained mathematics professor, this book is less of a textbook and more of a "sparkling" expedition through chess history.
: Hesse blends chess analysis with references to philosophy, art, and science, making it accessible for both serious players and casual fans.
Joys of Chess: Heroes, Battles and Brilliancies : Christian Hesse