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Birth of the Chess Queen: A History,Used
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Marilyn Yalom has written the rare book that illuminates something that always has been dimly perceived but never articulated, in this case that that the power of the chess queen reflects the evolution of female power in the western world. Cleveland Plain DealerEveryone knows that the queen is the most dominant piece in chess, but few people know that the game existed for five hundred years without her. It wasn't until chess became a popular pastime for European royals during the Middle Ages that the queen was born and was gradually empowered to become the king's fierce warrior and protector.Birth of the Chess Queen examines the five centuries between the chess queen's timid emergence in the early days of the Holy Roman Empire to her elevation during the reign of Isabel of Castile. Marilyn Yalom, inspired by a handful of surviving medieval chess queens, traces their origin and spread from Spain, Italy, and Germany to France, England, Scandinavia, and Russia. In a lively and engaging historical investigation, Yalom draws parallels between the rise of the chess queen and the ascent of female sovereigns in Europe, presenting a layered, fascinating history of medieval courts and internal struggles for power.
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'Birth of the Chess Queen: A History'? A: 'Birth of the Chess Queen: A History' explores the historical evolution of the chess queen and parallels it with the rise of female power in Western society.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Marilyn Yalom, a noted historian and writer.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Birth of the Chess Queen' has a total of 336 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition of the book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Birth of the Chess Queen' published? A: The book was published on April 26, 2005.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Is there any specific historical period that the book focuses on? A: Yes, the book examines the five centuries from the chess queen's emergence in the Holy Roman Empire to her elevation during the reign of Isabel of Castile.
- Q: Does the book draw any parallels between chess and real-world historical events? A: Yes, it draws parallels between the rise of the chess queen and the ascent of female sovereigns in European history.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in chess? A: While the book is primarily historical, it may be of interest to beginners who want to understand the cultural significance of chess and its pieces.
- Q: Can this book be a good gift for chess enthusiasts? A: Yes, 'Birth of the Chess Queen' would make an excellent gift for chess enthusiasts and those interested in women's history.