Chess in Philadelphia

<p><i>Chess in Philadelphia: A Brief History of the Game in Philadelphia</i> explores the rich history of chess in the city. Detailing the evolution of the game within the region this book offers insights into the chess clubs notable players and significant matches that have shaped Philadelphia's chess culture. </p> <p>Originally published in 1898 this book provides a glimpse into the late nineteenth-century chess scene highlighting the popularity and intellectual engagement surrounding the game. Readers interested in the history of chess and the cultural landscape of Philadelphia will find this work both informative and engaging.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p><br>