MODERN CHESS
"Modern Chess Openings." By R. 0. Griffith and the late J. H.. White, and M. E. Goldstein. .LeedsWhiteiead and Miller.
The chess book in review was edited by Messrs. Griffith and "White, two prominent British players. It first made its appearance in 1911. It was specially compiled for match and tournament, players, and quickly established itself in favour with English-speaking' enthusiasts the world over. Since the conclusion of the Great War the holding of. high-class tourneys has been resumed with more zest than ever, and in most of these important contests opening novelties of merit have occurred. There has been a marked spread of chess in the last decade, and many changes and innovations have been introduced by tho younger ■, school of masters, viz., Alechine, Reti, Niemzowitch, Tartakovor, and' others, who have been termed the "hyper-moderns." The player, who wishes to hold his own in his club's matches and tourneys cannot afford to bo ignorant of the latest innovations. Those who refuse to move with the times are more than ever likely to be left behind. Hence the appearance of. a now,: up-to-date edition of "Modern Chess Openings" will assuredly give much pleasure to students of "the Royal game."' The book has been completely revised and brought up to date by Mr. R..-C. Griffith, a-former British champion, who is editor of the "British Chess Magazine."'. All the latest novelties are collected from recent match games of the most illustrious masters of the present time, and commented on for the benefit of the student. The new edition, which is noticeably' enlarged on its predecessor, contains some new chapters, these dealing with Reti's opening, Alechine's defence, and other openings of most recent date. The getup leaves nothing to be desired. The type is beautifully clear, and it is safo to say that this much-to-be-commended work, which is 'published at a very reasonable price, should enhance the good name and reputation that was made by the earlier editions.
MODERN CHESS
Evening Post, Volume CIX, Issue 131, 6 June 1925, Page 17
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