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Singapore Chess - A History, 1945-1990

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Chronological exploration of Singapore's chess history.

If you're fascinated by chess or Singapore's cultural tapestry, "Singapore Chess - A History, 1945-1990" is a must-read. It's more than a story of strategic moves on the board; it weaves the nation's social and political threads through its chess legacy. The book offers a unique perspective, filled with personal narratives and rare visuals, that brings the evolution of Singaporean chess to life. If you're a chess enthusiast or history buff, this comprehensive volume will satisfy your curiosity and perhaps inspire your next game.

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Singapore Chess - A History, 1945-1990

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ISBN: 9789814733229
Publisher: WSPC
Date of Publication: 2017-06-09
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Biographies & Memoirs, Sports, History
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This book is the definitive volume on the history of chess in Singapore. Covering 1945–1990, it details the post-war emergence of a truly "local" chess scene out of the colonial period, then taking the story up to the modern era. Contained within these pages are tributes to the modern founding fathers of Singapore chess. Also chronicled are the careers of Singapore's top players and their achievements, including fine team performances and spectacular individual successes on the international stage. In documenting chess development in Singapore for the period in question, this book also provides glimpses of a wider social history. Personal stories based on fresh interviews give a sense of the chess-playing milieu of the time. Stalwarts in the chess scene featured in this book went on to be notable figures in the wider social and political landscape. A selection of 139 annotated games played by top Singapore-based players and Singapore masters between 1949 and 1990 is matched by a rich collection of more than 200 rare illustrations. This volume is a wonderful resource for chess aficionados, interested amateurs, collectors, and historians.
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Chronological exploration of Singapore's chess history.

If you're fascinated by chess or Singapore's cultural tapestry, "Singapore Chess - A History, 1945-1990" is a must-read. It's more than a story of strategic moves on the board; it weaves the nation's social and political threads through its chess legacy. The book offers a unique perspective, filled with personal narratives and rare visuals, that brings the evolution of Singaporean chess to life. If you're a chess enthusiast or history buff, this comprehensive volume will satisfy your curiosity and perhaps inspire your next game.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.