Inspired by a groundbreaking 1968 chess performance by Marcel Duchamp and John Cage, this poetry collection transforms chess games into innovative poems through the ChessBard app, co-created by the author. Aaron Tucker captures Duchamp's playful artistic spirit while merging analog and digital elements to produce unique, computer-generated poetry. The collection features an introduction by Jennifer Shahade, a two-time U.S. Women's Chess Champion, enhancing its connection to the chess world and artistic experimentation.
Aaron Tucker Books
Aaron Tucker explores the intersection of literature and new media, investigating how technology shapes the form and content of storytelling. His work, encompassing poetry, prose, and film studies, often delves into themes of interactivity, virtual reality, and art. Tucker employs innovative approaches, such as transforming chess games into poetry or poetry into 3D-printed sculptures, pushing the boundaries of literary creation and perception.
