Brace,, Edward R. (Introduction By Svetozar Gligoric) — An Illustrated Dictionary of Chess

Hamlyn, London, 1979. Reprint, Hardcover (Original Green Cloth). Near Fine Condition/Near Fine. 9780600329206 Titles, preface & introduction to front. First published in 1977, this uses the older, but still easily understood, descriptive notation: P-K4 rather than the later short-form algebraic notation. The book has short and pithy entries on all aspects of chess from the essential moves and openings, historical moments and biographical notes on famous players up to Bobby Fischer, to the deepest arcana including many varieties of Fairy Chess. A thorough & interesting addition to the chess library. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. 320 pages. Dust Jacket is in very good condition, without tears or chips or other damage. Dust Jacket price-clipped. Gilt titles spine. illustrated by b/w. chess board diagrams. Includes appendix (1977 Elo ratings). Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilo. Category: Games & Gaming; Board Games; Chess; International Chess; Sports & Pastimes. ISBN: 0600329208. ISBN/EAN: 9780600329206. Inventory No: 5164.