The Chaturanga Or Game Of Chess: A Persian Manuscript (1841)
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""The Chaturanga Or Game Of Chess: A Persian Manuscript"" is a book written by Mary Anna Hartley and published in 1841. The book is a translation of a Persian manuscript that discusses the game of chess, known as chaturanga in ancient India. The manuscript provides a detailed description of the game's rules, strategies, and history, as well as its cultural significance in Persian society. The book includes illustrations of the game board and pieces, as well as diagrams of various moves and strategies. Overall, ""The Chaturanga Or Game Of Chess"" provides a fascinating insight into the history and development of one of the world's most popular games.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1104483378
ISBN13:9781104483371
Release Date:May 2009
Publisher:Kessinger Publishing
Length:108 Pages
Weight:0.34 lbs.
Dimensions:0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"
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