Petrosian's Best Games of Chess 1946–1963, P. H. Clarke — Reprint

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Petrosian's Best Games of Chess 1946–1963, P. H. Clarke — Reprint

Name: Petrosian's Best Games of Chess 1946–1963, P. H. Clarke — Reprint
Brand: Broadhursts Books
SKU: 4543
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Publication: London, G. Bell and Sons Ltd, 1971

Formatting: 8vo, pp. [xvi], 208.

Condition Report: Very Good. The book maintains its structural integrity and possesses no major flaws such as tears to the binding or pages, presenting a highly robust, readable copy. The original red cloth boards show only careful signs of use with slight rubbing, though the spine exhibits noticeable sun-fading that has slightly dulled the gilt lettering. The top edge of the text block is mildly dust-stained, yet the internal pages remain uncommonly bright, crisp, and clean, devoid of the foxing or creasing typical of mid-century chess literature. The hinges are fully sound, justifying a solid grade for this vintage volume.

Catalogue Note: This 1971 reprint of P. H. Clarke’s celebrated chess text provides a detailed, analytical journey through the early career of Tigran Petrosian, capturing the games that led him to the World Championship. Produced by G. Bell and Sons, this unjacketed hardcover retains the classic styling favored by twentieth-century chess enthusiasts.

Internally, the volume is notably well-preserved. A very faint, circular purple ink stamp is visible to the lower-left of the copyright page, acting as the sole provenance mark in an otherwise pristine text block. While not exceedingly rare, exact matches of this 1971 reprint in tight, unmarked hardcover condition are becoming scarcer on the open market, making it an excellent acquisition for serious collectors or active players.

Tigran Petrosian’s uniquely impenetrable defensive style and profound strategic vision earned him the moniker "Iron Tigran" and the ultimate title of World Chess Champion. In this meticulously annotated collection, British chess master P. H. Clarke chronicles the eighteen years of elite tournament play leading up to Petrosian's historic 1963 victory over Mikhail Botvinnik. Featuring comprehensive analysis of Petrosian's finest games, this book serves as both a biographical tribute and a masterclass in positional chess, offering enduring instruction for those seeking to master the subtleties of the game.

Book Condition: Very Good

Book Authors: P. H. Clarke

Book Publisher: G. Bell and Sons Ltd

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: Sport & Games

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Signed: No

Book Pages: 208

Book Publication Year: 1971

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Book Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: N/A

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Country/region of manufacture: London, United Kingdom

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Very Good	The book maintains its structural integrity, and has no major flaws such as tears to its binding or pages. It may, however, show signs of careful use, handling, or storage — small marks and creases, light foxing. Its dust jacket (if present) remains fully intact, but small tears may be present.
Good	A book that remains intact and readable with complete text pages, but shows moderate signs of wear and use to both the book and dust jacket (if present). It may have noticeable creases, nicks, or stains, and the spine likely shows fading, bumping, and rubbing. There could be writing, underlining, and other marks on some pages, though the majority will be clean and tidy.
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