In this at times hilarious and tragic account, Gormally shares the inner workings of the chess world - a world riven with insecurities, strange social customs and petty rivalries, while casting his analytical eye even on topics as disparate as eccentric waiters, strange Amsterdam zoos and inspiring mountain passes. It’s a story you won’t want to miss.
Content:
Chapter One - The Narrow Path of Adversity
Chapter Two - The Lonely Life of a Chess Professional
Chapter Three - Isle of Man
Chapter Four - The 4NCL
Chapter Five - London
Chapter Six - Rage against the Dying of the Light
Chapter Seven - So what?
Chapter Eight - Welcome to Hamburg
Chapter Nine - Mastermind
