The Match of All Time

The Inside Story of the legendary 1972 Fischer-Spassky World Chess Championship in Reykjavik

Autor*innen

• Gudmundur Thorarinsson

Parameter

• 223 Seiten
• 8 Lesestunden

• Schach

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The narrative explores Iceland's surprising role in hosting the 1972 World Chess Championship between Boris Spassky and Bobby Fischer, highlighting the skepticism of its citizens. Despite being a small island nation, Iceland's ambition to stage such a significant event showcases its unique cultural and historical context, emphasizing the intersection of sports, politics, and national identity during a pivotal moment in chess history.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2022
• Einband: Hardcover