26 Mar 06
Originally posted by more guinnessThe best book of chess history covers neither personalities, nor theoretical developments, and is itself rather dated: H.J.R. Murray, A History of Chess 1913.
Any nominations for the best book of chess history, one that covers the personalities and theorhetical developments?
For personalities of world champions and contenders, as well as theoretical developments, Garry Kasparov's My Great Predecessors (6 volumes planned) is unmatched.
Jennifer Shahade's Chess Bitch is excellent writing, and covers well personalities and struggles of many top women in the sport. It says little about theoretical developments, but does offer a bit on playing style.