The Chess Match Tarrasch-Mieses
Book About Jacques Mieses
This work was not written by Mieses himself, but by his opponent Dr. Siegbert Tarrasch – a valuable source that documents the match from the perspective of one of the greatest chess theorists of his time.
Der Schachwettkampf Tarrasch-Mieses
1916
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| Title | Der Schachwettkampf Tarrasch-Mieses |
|---|---|
| Match | Autumn 1916 |
| Editor | Dr. Siegbert Tarrasch |
| Subtitle | With detailed annotations edited by Dr. Tarrasch |
| Addition | Including a treatise on the French and Scotch openings |
| Features | With a title portrait |
| Publisher | Verlag von Veit & Comp. |
| Location | Leipzig |
| Year | 1916 |
Historical Context
The match between Dr. Siegbert Tarrasch and Jacques Mieses in autumn 1916 was a duel between two of the strongest German chess masters of their time. Tarrasch (1862–1934), the "Praeceptor Germaniae" of chess, was not only an outstanding player but also an influential theorist. His detailed commentary on the games of this match provides valuable insights into the strategic thinking of both opponents.