“This book does not impinge on the reader's world, does not lecture, and does not try to claim that the author knows "the truth." It simply presents the games, explaining what is happening in sometimes-poetic language.” Chess.com · 13 years ago

500 Master Games of Chess by Savielly Tartakower and J. du Mont is widely considered one of the greatest standard collections of chess games ever published. Spanning 150 years of master play (1788–1938), it serves as both an instructive manual and a historical tribute to the genius of "old masters" like Morphy, Capablanca, and Alekhine. Key Features 500 Master Games of Chess

Praise often highlights the "personality" of the games compared to modern engine-driven literature. “This book does not impinge on the reader's