Morphy's Games of Chess
A ChessCentral E-Book
Morphy's Games of Chess by Philip Sergeant was, for many players,
their first chess book. Certainly in the 85 years since its appearance this
classic has inspired thousands to take up our royal game, with its timeless
story of fame and tragedy. Now this wonderful book is available once more, in
its entirety and better than ever! Paul Morphy was arguably the greatest player
who ever lived, and here is the complete record of his amazing career -
thoroughly re-edited for the readers of today.
Here’s what you get with Morphy’s Games of Chess:
* Over 300 games, selected and annotated by Sergeant
* Morphy’s complete biography
* 14 text documents with over 10 photos & drawings
* Theme keys and countless "links" for easy use
* Supplemental database of Morphy’s remaining games
* Much more!
This digital reincarnation of Sergeant's masterpiece is quick and painless to
buy, simple to download, and easy to use. In addition, owners of this e-book are
entitled to enter a special area of ChessCentral, and download an "extra" Morphy
database of his remaining games, not given in Sergeant's book.
Included in this complete and unabridged recreation of Sergeant’s masterpiece
are 54 pitched battles against the likes of Anderssen, Paulsen, Harrwitz, Bird,
and others. The 100+ "casual" games here are no less intense, and the reader
will also find 52 odds games and 52 blindfold games - each one a classic, and
thoroughly annotated by Sergeant. In all, over 300 examples of the legendary
Morphy in action, ever forward, ever pressing, ever reaching to win!
If you’re leaning how to attack in chess, let Morphy be your guide - and if
Morphy is your mentor then you need Morphy’s Games of Chess today. A great book
for the greatest player of them all! |
