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King's Gambit

King's Gambit

A Son, a Father, and the World's Most Dangerous Game
Biography & MemoirHistory
Pages
448
Published
2007
Language
English

Synopsis

Paul Hoffman, a former chess prodigy, recounts his journey to reclaim his master-level game after past competitive pressures led to a breakdown. He blends his personal story with a comprehensive look at the history and current landscape of chess. The narrative also delves into his complex relationship with his father, whose legacy continues to influence Hoffman's life and play.

Prose complexity
7/10

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InformativeReflectiveComplexIntellectual
Family Saga

Genres

Biography & Memoir History Psychology

About the author

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Paul Hoffman

Paul Hoffman is the president and CEO of the Liberty Science Center in Jersey City, New Jersey. He is also a prominent author, science educator, food entrepreneur, and host of the PBS television series Great Minds of Science. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Hoffman_(science_writer)