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Originally posted by Bosse de Nagewhat is it like? the style? anecdotal? philosophical? political? is it captivating or quite dry, for there is a huge difference in chess books from ones that resemble knitting patterns to ones that are hugely enjoyable. i always felt that if i picked up a Kasparov book, if i dared to have a poke around or heaven forbid a contrary thought, it would snap shut on me until I stood at attention and my thoughts we re-aligned. that being said he I have no doubt he is a very humane and caring person. please tell me, what's it like?
How Life Imitates Chess -- Garry Kasparov
14 Jul 09
Originally posted by robbie carrobieThe sub-title gives the gist: 'Insights into life as a game of strategy'. Since I've never read a chess book in my life, I'm enjoying it a lot -- Kasparov, without going into complex detail (this is a book for the general reader!) covers the various aspects of chess (strategy, tactics, calculation, talent, preparation, material ... ) and shows how the qualities of a good player are applicable to other competitive activities (life). Historical and personal anecdotes liven it up considerably and yes, he's humane, with a sense of humour, even.
what is it like? the style? anecdotal? philosophical? political? is it captivating or quite dry, for there is a huge difference in chess books from ones that resemble knitting patterns to ones that are hugely enjoyable. i always felt that if i picked up a Kasparov book, if i dared to have a poke around or heaven forbid a contrary thought, it would sn ...[text shortened]... said he I have no doubt he is a very humane and caring person. please tell me, what's it like?
14 Jul 09
Originally posted by Bosse de Nage🙂
The sub-title gives the gist: 'Insights into life as a game of strategy'. Since I've never read a chess book in my life, I'm enjoying it a lot -- Kasparov, without going into complex detail (this is a book for the general reader!) covers the various aspects of chess (strategy, tactics, calculation, talent, preparation, material ... ) and shows how the ...[text shortened]... nal anecdotes liven it up considerably and yes, he's humane, with a sense of humour, even.
