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Reykjavik 1972
Fischer V Spassky - 'The World Chess Championship' and 'The Sporting Scene: White Knights of Reykjavik'
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The 1972 world chess championship in Reykjavik, featuring Boris Spassky and Bobby Fischer, stands out as the most publicized and scrutinized match in chess history. This high-stakes competition not only captivated chess enthusiasts but also drew significant global attention, highlighting the intense rivalry and the cultural impact of the game during the Cold War era. The match became a symbol of intellectual prowess and national pride, marking a pivotal moment in the sport's history.
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Reykjavik 1972, George Steiner, Harry Golombek
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- Released
- 2007
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- Title
- Reykjavik 1972
- Subtitle
- Fischer V Spassky - 'The World Chess Championship' and 'The Sporting Scene: White Knights of Reykjavik'
- Language
- English
- Authors
- George Steiner, Harry Golombek
- Publisher
- Hardinge Simpole
- Released
- 2007
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 208
- ISBN13
- 9781843821878
- Series
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- Tags
- Historical Themes, Chess, Cold War
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- The 1972 world chess championship in Reykjavik, featuring Boris Spassky and Bobby Fischer, stands out as the most publicized and scrutinized match in chess history. This high-stakes competition not only captivated chess enthusiasts but also drew significant global attention, highlighting the intense rivalry and the cultural impact of the game during the Cold War era. The match became a symbol of intellectual prowess and national pride, marking a pivotal moment in the sport's history.