Fred Waitzkin became smitten with chess during the historic Fischer-Spassky championship in 1972. When his own son emerges as a chess prodigy, the Fischer myth profoundly affects his dreams for his son. This is the story of a father-son relationship, from the moment six-year-old Josh first sits down at a chessboard until he competes for the national championship.
Fred Waitzkin became smitten with chess during the historic Fischer-Spassky championship in 1972. When his own son emerges as a chess prodigy, the Fischer myth profoundly affects his dreams for his son. This is the story of a father-son relationship, from the moment six-year-old Josh first sits down at a chessboard until he competes for the national championship.
Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9781470890025 |
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Publisher: | Blackstone Audio, Inc. |
Publication date: | 07/01/2013 |
Edition description: | Unabridged |
Product dimensions: | 5.20(w) x 5.80(h) x 1.00(d) |