Miguel Najdorf - 'El Viejo' - Life, Games and Stories

Name: Miguel Najdorf - 'El Viejo' - Life, Games and Stories
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SKU: 9789464201130
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By Zenon Franco

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Miguel Najdorf - 'El Viejo' - Life, Games and Stories by Zenon Franco offers an intriguing look into the legendary chess player Miguel Najdorf, chronicling his journey, strategies, and anecdotes from his illustrious career. It's a must-read for chess enthusiasts who wish to delve into the life and mind of one of the game's greats, presenting a blend of historical narrative and personal insight. The narrative also includes enlightening commentary on some of his most memorable games.
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Miguel Najdorf - 'El Viejo' - Life, Games and Stories

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I was lucky enough to play against six world champions and several top players in my modest chess career, but the greatest player I feel privileged to have known, to have spent time with him, was Miguel Najdorf, "El Viejo".

Miguel Najdorf - El Viejo - Life, Games and Stories is a chess book with 275 commented games that cover all of Najdorf's chess career. It also includes many captivating stories. Najdorf was the most important Argentinean chess player, and he was an exceptional person. Oscar Panno once said that Najdorf reminded him of Don Quixote, particularly in the part where he tells Sancho Panza, "Wherever I am, that is where the head of the table is going to be". Najdorf successfully overcame the most terrible setbacks, demonstrating resilience and strength that few are capable of. Writing about Miguel Najdorf is one of my greatest pleasures as a chess journalist and writer!

Zenon Franco Ocampos, April 2021.

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Miguel Najdorf - 'El Viejo' - Life, Games and Stories by Zenon Franco is praised for its comprehensive coverage of Najdorf's career, featuring 275 annotated games and fragments. The 720-page volume is beautifully produced, making it a delight for chess history enthusiasts, particularly those who appreciate biographies with engaging games and stories. It's considered a must-buy and comes highly recommended, with readers finding it a pleasure to revisit.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9789464201130

Publisher: Thinkers Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 September 2021

Country: Belgium

Imprint: Thinkers Publishing

Edition: New edition

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 170.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 600g

Pages: 638

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About the Author

Zenon Franco Ocampos was born in Asuncion, Paraguay, May 12, 1956. From there he moved to Buenos Aires until 1990. Since 1990 he has lived in Spain. Zenon authored 28 chess books which have been published in six languages. In addition to his books, he has served as a chess columnist for the Paraguayan newspapers ‘Hoy’ and ‘ABC Color’ for 17 years. He has written a chess column for magazines from Argentina, Italy, and Spain. Zenon is most respected Grandmaster and FIDE Senior Trainer. He has participated in 11 chess Olympiads and will now captain the Paraguay team during the Moscow Olympiad 2021. His greatest achievements winning gold medals at the Olympiads of Luzern, 1982 and Novi Sad, 1990. His most successful students were GM F.Vallejo Pons and IM David Martinez Martin, Spanish editor of Chess24.com.

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