{"title":"Susan Polgar","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our Susan Polgar collection, where you will find insightful reads that delve into the fascinating life of this chess grandmaster and modern-day Renaissance woman. Susan Polgar is a trailblazer in the world of chess, celebrated not only for her remarkable skills but also for breaking barriers in a historically male-dominated sport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer writings provide a unique perspective on her journey and the broader chess community. The titles in this collection, including the notable \u003cem\u003eRebel Queen\u003c\/em\u003e, offer readers an intimate look into Susan's experiences, triumphs, and the challenges she's faced while reshaping the chess landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into this collection of biography and memoir to explore the inspiring story of Susan Polgar—a testament to determination, intellect, and the power of perseverance. Ideal for both chess enthusiasts and newcomers alike, these books promise to captivate and educate with tales of strategy, resilience, and success.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"rebel-queen-by-susan-polgar-9781538757291","title":"Rebel Queen","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn to a poor Jewish family in Cold War Budapest, Susan Polgar had the odds stacked against her—from having few resources to growing up in a sexist culture rife with vicious anti-Semitism. Yet her father subscribed to the belief that geniuses are not born, but created, so he set out to ensure her success in an unlikely field: chess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt age 4, she won her first tournament. By 15, she was the top-rated female player in the world. She was the first woman ever to hold the men's Grandmaster title—chess' highest designation. The ensuing wins and accolades provided incredible highs to coincide with extreme lows as Polgar's celebrity brought backlash, including sabotage and state-sponsored intimidation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eRebel Queen\u003c\/i\u003e is the memoir of her improbable rise, offering a rare behind-the-scenes chess story and featuring some of the game's most legendary characters. Yet it is a narrative that transcends chess, the story of a genius, treated from birth as a second-class citizen, who thrilled against all odds. It is an incredible underdog story told by the woman who actually lived it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46845582409964,"sku":"9781538757291","price":60.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/23737263482735.jpg?v=1758887591"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/susan-polgar.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}