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PHILIDOR, A.D. L'analyze des echecs: Contenant une nouvelle methode pour apprendre en peu de tems à ce perfectioner dans ce noble jeu. Lond., 1749. xxi, 170 (!) pp. Cont. hcf. w. red label. (Spine rather chafed, corners bumped/worn, piece of outer margin leaf G1 torn off (w. some minor loss of text), a bit browned/foxed).
First edition of one of the most significant theoretical works in chess literature. Philidor's unique contribution to the strategy of the game lies in the realization of the importance of pawn structure. - Three editions were printed in 1749: this copy is the true first edition and the rarest with the list of subscribers and the 'fruit bowl' title ornament. - Linde-Niemeijeriana, 444. - With bookplate of J.B. Vervliet.€ 500
result € 800
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