9780282224196 - Ellsworth's Checker Book (Classic Reprint) de Call, William Timothy (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of checkers, a game often dismissed as simple, but revealed here as a complex and intricate field of strategy. The author, a keen observer of the game, presents a detailed study of the checkerboard, its various openings and endings, and the strategic nuances that govern the play. The book highlights the work of a remarkable blind checker player, Charles Ellsworth, who defied the limitations of his vision to become a champion. Through Ellsworth's story, the book explores the themes of perseverance, the power of memory, and the human capacity to achieve excellence in the face of adversity. It also delves into the mathematical and strategic complexities of checkers, demonstrating the game's depth and the skill required to master it. The book's insights into the game of checkers and the life of Charles Ellsworth offer a unique and engaging perspective on a timeless pastime, revealing its hidden depths and its enduring appeal. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.