{"product_id":"sofia-polgar-amazing-artist-dangerous-tactician-paperback","title":"Sofia Polgar: Amazing Artist - Dangerous Tactician - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eSofia Polgar\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eJudit Polgar\u003c\/b\u003e (Foreword by), \u003cb\u003eSusan Polgar\u003c\/b\u003e (Foreword by)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Truly Unique Chess Book \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe chess triumphs of the Polgar sisters are legendary. Now, in this very special book, Sofia Polgar tells her own exceptional story: from her development as a prodigy and remarkable tournament successes to her eventually settling down, with chess occupying a lesser role as she raised a family. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSofia presents many of her games, each with her own brand of fireworks. Clear, straightforward annotations allow the reader to appreciate her accomplishments on the board, while away from the board, her many personal memoirs complete the picture. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are many photographs, many of which haver never been previously published. They nicely complement the chronicle of both her meteoric rise in the chess world and her loving family who encouraged her at every turn. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat is not generally known is that Sofia Polgar is also a gifted artist - a talented painter. Dozens of examples of her brilliant creativity on canvas are featured throughout this large format book. These paintings are presented in full color and on special matte paper to enhance the reader's viewing enjoyment. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom Susan Polgar's Foreword: \"You are invited to enjoy the experience of the wonderful legacy of Sofia's amazing chess career and art.\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom Judit Polgar's Foreword: \"I wish the readers a pleasant journey on this artistic excursion that provides great chess lessons while also offering nourishment for the soul.\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSofia Polgar: Amazing Artist - Dangerous Tactician is part autobiography, part art gallery and part tactical textbook, but above all it is a very special, unique look at the life and games of an artist both on and off the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 288\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.9 x 9.6 x 7.2 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e August 15, 2023\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51765192229152,"sku":"9781949859591","price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/3c0217ce5a368de64b0339a216a0a311.webp?v=1780263301","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/sofia-polgar-amazing-artist-dangerous-tactician-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}