German master Kurt Richter (1900-1969) made significant contributions to the chess world as a player, and as an editor and author. Unassuming in real life, Richter was a fearsome opponent who expressed himself mainly through his over-the-board results, as well as through his chess journalism and literary output. He was responsible for several innovative openings, some of which gained renewed status in later years.

This overview of his life and games sheds light on a player who should be better known, with much never-before-seen material. Examples of his entertaining writings on chess are included, some featuring his fictitious student opponent, Dr. Zabel. A wide selection of games illustrates the surprising combinations and brilliant style of play that earned him the title "The Executioner of Berlin."

About the Author
Alan McGowan has been associated with Cathcart Chess Club in Glasgow, Scotland and the Kitchener-Waterloo Chess Club in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada. He has helped edit Scottish Chess and Chess Canada Echecs and is the historian for Chess Scotland. He lives in Waterloo, Ontario.

Reviews
"A fine biography of the brilliant tactician, writer, and opening innovator known as 'The Executioner of Berlin'." - Leonard Barden, The Guardian



Book Information
ISBN 9781476669069
Author Alan McGowan
Format Hardback
Page Count 208
Imprint McFarland & Co Inc
Publisher McFarland & Co Inc
Weight(grams) 1145g