The Chess Revolution: From the Ancient World to the Digital Age

One of the world’s top chess journalists in the world explores why, after 1,500 years of existence, chess has never been more relevant.

Chess is not just one of the greatest games ever devised. It has inspired writers, painters, and filmmakers, and was a secret mover behind technical revolutions like artificial intelligence that are transforming society. In this fascinating pop culture history of the game and its impact, Peter Doggers reveals how computers and the Internet have further strengthened the timeless magic of chess in the digital era, leading to a new peak in popularity and cultural relevance. Doggers explores chess as a cultural phenomenon from its earliest beginnings in ancient India to its biggest stars and most dramatic moments to the impact of the internet and AI.

The book is illustrated with gorgeous photography and artworks.

Author: Peter Doggers
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Puzzlewright Press
Published: 10/29/2024
Pages: 416
Weight: 1.45lbs
Size: 9.10h x 5.90w x 1.50d
ISBN: 9781454959236
Language: English