777 Chess Miniatures in Three

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777 Chess Miniatures in Three In introducing this unique collection of three-movers which Mr. Wallis has gathered together in such profusion, I should like to draw attention to the wonders of chess construction, its endless variety, and its charming ramifi cations. Here we have a huge set of problems in three moves, in none of which there are more than seven men, kings included. With such limitations it might be well imagined that many positions would bear so close a resemblance as to be almost duplicates of one another. A glance through the pages that follow will show that, on the contrary, despite the stringent conditions, variety, beauty and diffi culty are to be found. It is to be wondered how it is possible to produce such a number of little three-movers, each of which stands by itself—a complete work of art. DOWNLOAD