The Golden Dozen: The twelve greatest chess players of all time

The book is in good condition with a solid red cloth cover. The binding is intact, and the pages are clean with no inscriptions or markings. It does not include a dust jacket, and there is minor wear at the corners and edges, typical for a book of this age.

"The Golden Dozen: The twelve greatest chess players of all time" by Irving Chernev is a 1976 publication by Oxford University Press, based in New York and Oxford. This hardcover edition explores the lives and careers of twelve legendary chess players, offering insights into their strategies and contributions to the game. Chernev, a renowned chess author, provides a detailed examination of these masters, making this work a valuable resource for chess enthusiasts and historians. The book is presented in a sturdy red cloth binding, though it lacks a dust jacket. This edition is a sought-after piece for collectors and chess aficionados, highlighting the timeless appeal of chess and its most influential figures.