Chess Fiction

(1604) The light and lustre of chess (Il Puttino)

(1604) The light and lustre of chess (Il Puttino)

This story reflects on the cultural significance of chess and the human inclination towards autobiographical storytelling in the 19th century. The text also celebrates the artistry and enthusiasm inherent in chess, likening its players to poets and pioneers of their craft. -Summary by Kalpana Bangad using AI

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Original Source4 Books
Additional Publication InformationEnglish translation in 1843, published in “The Chess Player’s Chronicle”, Vol 4. Included in the collection, “Chess and Chess Players” by George Walker
MediumNovelette
Original LanguageItalian
TranslatorGeorge Walker
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Chessfiction – Salvio Alessandro – The Light and Lustre of Chess – Il PuttinoDownload

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