THE ORANGUTAN GAMBIT. A STORY OF POLISH CHESS

Discover the fascinating history of Polish chess, full of intrigue, passion, and extraordinary figures. The book "The Orangutan Gambit" is a journey through the golden age of Polish chess, from grandmaster Akiba Rubinstein to Józef Piłsudski. Discover the behind-the-scenes of the famous Orangutan Gambit, which forever changed the world of chess.

• Inspiring story about Polish chess players
• Chess traces in art and life
• History of the Orangutan Gambit by Ksawery Tartakower
• Golden age of Polish chess
• Grandmaster Akiba Rubinstein and his influence on chess
• Chess in the ghetto - the dramatic fate of chess players
• Inspirations from life and art

The book "The Orangutan Gambit" is not only a history of chess, but also a story of people who dedicated their lives to this passion. The author, Kasper Bajon, combines historical facts with anecdotes and curiosities with extraordinary erudition, creating a fascinating read for both chess lovers and those who are just beginning their journey with this royal game. Learn about the fate of Polish masters, their successes and failures, and the influence of chess on culture and art.

The book also tells the story of the famous Orangutan Gambit, which has forever gone down in chess history. Ksawery Tartakower, a Polish chess player, played an irregular opening during a tournament in New York in 1924, moving a pawn from square b2 to b4. When asked why he chose it, he replied that it was the result of a consultation with an orangutan, in front of whose cage he spent some time at the zoo in the Bronx. Since then, he has called it the "Orangutan Gambit".

Discover chess traces in literature and art, and learn about the fascinating stories of Vladimir Nabokov and Walter Benjamin, who also succumbed to the charm of this royal game. "The Orangutan Gambit" is a book that inspires and stimulates the imagination, encouraging you to discover new perspectives and look for hidden meanings. It is a must-read for anyone who appreciates intellectual entertainment and fascinating stories.

Chess is a game that has fascinated people all over the world for centuries. It is not only a strategic game, but also a metaphor for life, in which every move has its consequences. "The Orangutan Gambit" is a book that allows you to look at chess from a new perspective, discovering its richness and complexity. It is a read that will surely remain in every reader's memory for a long time.