The first English magazine, founded in 1837 by G. Walker, was devoted to chess and other scientific games. Had only six numbers (December to May) and disappeared the following year. The content was mainly chess but also contained material on whist, ecarte and Polish draughts.
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Quotes of the Day
I believe that every world champion has a greatness of his own.
Kiril Georgiev 2017
The main thing is that you’ve got to keep on studying however old you are. You can’t just rely on your capital, so you have to try and keep up, and that is a difficult task.
Nigel Short 2016
I think I like chess. That’s the main reason that I’m able to play at a reasonably high level – that I really love chess. Always have and always will (smiles). It’s the best game in the world!
Nigel Short 2016
The Golden Age, when machines were weak and my hair was strong!
Garry Kasparov 2017
When you see a good move, look for a better one
Emanuel Lasker