Chess Buccaneer: The Life and Games of Manuel Bosboom

Manuel Bosboom is a Dutch International Master who has produced an astonishing amount of creative games. He has beaten Garry Kasparov in an official blitz game and crushed Peter Leko in a classical game in 26 moves. This book offers a captivating collection of games and stories about his adventurous life.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 31 December 2021
Publisher: New In Chess

Few chess players can boast of having defeated Garry Kasparov in an official blitz game and defeated Peter Leko in a classical game in just 26 moves. And who consistently triumphs in blitz tournaments while under the influence of marijuana. However, Manuel Bosboom is not your typical chess player. The Dutch International Master never reached the pinnacle of chess, but throughout his adventurous career, he has created an astounding amount of brilliantly innovative games. As Manuel Bosboom enters the room, a smile spreads across the faces of every chess player. Not only is he a flamboyantly colorful player, but he also leads an unconventional life. His enthusiasm for the game and zest for life are highly contagious. This book presents a captivating collection of games, along with a vivid portrayal of the adventurous life of the Wizard from Zaanstad, who grew up and continues to reside in a picturesque shed next to a 17th-century windmill on the renowned Zaanse Schans. You will be treated to numerous stunning chess moves, a wealth of hilarious yet poignant stories, and a vivid impression of the Dutch chess scene during the late 20th and early 21st centuries.

Dimension: 235 x 170 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789056919818