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Alekhine - The Executioner

Alekhine - The Executioner

The Chess Gangs of New York and London - Volume 3

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Author: Bob Long
Publication Date: May 22, 2011
Notation Type: AN - Algebraic
Page Count: 44

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Alexander Alekhine was one of the most exciting chess players in history with a relentless drive for winning. In 1927 he became the world chess champion by beating the "invincible" Jose Capablanca. This book contains lesser, but not unimportant games, many of them from simultaneous displays where he made short work of his opponent. 59 annotated games.

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