Singapore Chess: A History, 1945-1990

by Olimpiu G Urcan and Shashi Jayakumar

Book Overview

This book is the definitive volume on the history of chess in Singapore. Covering 1945-1990, it covers the post-war emergence of a truly 'local' chess scene out of the colonial period, then taking the story up to the modern era. Contained within these pages are tributes to the modern founding fathers of Singapore chess. Also chronicled within are the careers of Singapore's top players and their achievements. This includes fine team performances (belying...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9814733229
• ISBN13: 9789814733229
• Release Date: June 2017
• Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Company
• Length: 404 Pages
• Weight: 1.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.5" x 9.7"