Download or read book Curse of Kirsan written by Sarah Hurst and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chess adventures! For wood-pushing novices or superstar grandmasters, chess can be an obsession. In pursuit of interviews Sarah Hurst slid down an icy hill in Hastings to catch a Chinese womens world champion, chased Garry Kasparov around London, chatted
Download or read book Endgame written by Frank Brady and published by Crown. This book was released on 2012-01-17 with total page 442 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Who was Bobby Fischer? In this “nuanced perspective of the chess genius” (Los Angeles Times), an acclaimed biographer chronicles his meteoric rise and confounding fall, with an afterword containing newly discovered details about Fischer’s life. Possessing an IQ of 181 and remarkable powers of concentration, Bobby Fischer memorized hundreds of chess books in several languages, and he was only thirteen when he became the youngest chess master in U.S. history. But his strange behavior started early. In 1972, at the historic Cold War showdown in Reykjavik, Iceland, where he faced Soviet champion Boris Spassky, Fischer made headlines with hundreds of petty demands that nearly ended the competition. It was merely a prelude to what was to come. Arriving back in the United States to a hero’s welcome, Bobby was mobbed wherever he went—a figure as exotic and improbable as any American pop culture had yet produced. Commercial sponsorship offers poured in, ultimately topping $10 million—but Bobby demurred. Instead, he began tithing his limited money to an apocalyptic religion and devouring anti-Semitic literature. Bobby reemerged in 1992 to play Spassky in a multi-million dollar rematch—but when the dust settled, he was a wanted man, transformed into an international fugitive because of his decision to play in Montenegro despite U.S. sanctions. Fearing for his life, traveling with bodyguards, Bobby lived the life of a celebrity fugitive—one drawn increasingly to the bizarre. Drawing from Fischer family archives, recently released FBI files, and Bobby’s own emails, Endgame is unique in that it limns Bobby Fischer’s entire life—an odyssey that took the chess champion from an impoverished childhood to the covers of Time, Life and Newsweek to recognition as “the most famous man in the world” to notorious recluse.
Download or read book Mikhail Botvinnik written by Andy Soltis and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2013-12-07 with total page 283 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The games of Mikhail Botvinnik, world chess champion from 1948 to 1963, have been studied by players around the world for decades. But little has been written about Botvinnik himself. This book explores his unusual dual career--as a highly regarded scientist as well as the first truly professional chess player--as well as his complex relations with Soviet leaders, including Josef Stalin, his bitter rivalries, and his doomed effort to create the perfect chess-playing computer program. The book has more than 85 games, 127 diagrams, twelve photographs, a chronology of his life and career, a bibliography, an index of openings, an index of opponents, and a general index.
Download or read book The Curse of Brahma written by Jagmohan Bhanver and published by Rupa Publications India. This book was released on 2015-02 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ""The man who became a brahmarishi. The curse that banished him to the hell of hells. And the revenge that threatens to destroy the three worlds."" In a fit of rage, Brahma banishes his star pupil from Swarglok. Mortally wounded and anguished at Brahma's unfair punishment, the man struggles to survive in tamastamah prabha, the hell of hells. In time, he becomes the Dark Lord, the most feared figure in Pataal Lok, who swears to destroy Brahma ""Brahma's curse sets in motion a chain of events that threatens to alter the fate of the three worlds. Vasudev, the brave Prince of Bateshwar, becomes the hunter of Asura assassins, his closest friend, Kansa, almost dies saving his sister, Devki, from a group of deadly monsters and the most valiant kings in Mrityulok turn over to the dark side, driven by forces beyond their control. Only one person threatens the Dark Lord's well laid plan Devki, the beautiful princess of Madhuvan, who is destined to give birth to the warrior Krishna.""
Download or read book The Curse of Surya written by Dev Prasad and published by Random House India. This book was released on 2015-05-24 with total page 301 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sangeeta Rao, a beautiful, feisty reporter at Channel 7 TV in Singapore, rushes to Agra on a special assignment after an early-morning phone call. At the Taj Mahal, she meets Alan Davies, a charming Welshman. But a terrorist attack on Mathura’s renowned Krishna temple turns them into fugitives from justice and the duo must decipher a series of complex cryptographs and unearth the illustrious Shyamantaka that belonged to Surya, the Sun God, to prove their innocence. Joined in their quest by an elderly Frenchman, Anton Blanchard, the duo race against time in helicopters, motor boats and yachts. In hot pursuit are the brilliant and daring SP Nisha Sharma and the most ruthless terrorist organizations. Before she realizes it, Sangeeta is trapped in a world of betrayal, deceit and horror. Fast-paced and gripping, The Curse of Surya will keep you hooked and on the edge of your seat while you unravel one of the biggest mysteries in 5000 years.
Download or read book Smyslov Bronstein Geller Taimanov and Averbakh written by Andrew Soltis and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2022-02-24 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A crucial decision spared chess Grandmaster David Bronstein almost certain death at the hands of the Nazis--one fateful move cost him the world championship. Russian champion Mark Taimanov was a touted as a hero of the Soviet state until his loss to Bobby Fischer all but ruined his life. Yefim Geller's dream of becoming world champion was crushed by a bad move against Fischer, his hated rival. Yuri Averbakh had no explanation how he became the world's oldest grandmaster, other than the quixotic nature of fate. Vasily Smyslov, the only one of the five to become world champion, would reign for just one year--fortune, he said, gave him pneumonia at the worst possible time. This book explores how fate played a capricious role in the lives of five of the greatest players in chess history.
Download or read book Mahanirvana Tantra Tantra of the Great Liberation written by Translated by Arthur Avalon and published by Library of Alexandria. This book was released on with total page 446 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Chess Queens written by Jennifer Shahade and published by Hodder & Stoughton. This book was released on 2022-03-03 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Like The Queen's Gambit, this isn't really about chess, but power' Sunday Times What does it take to make it to the top of your game? As a chess champion, Jennifer Shahade has travelled the world playing major tournaments. At the top, she finds rivalry and friendship; sexism and feminism; ecstatic highs and excruciating losses. Chess Queens invites us behind the scenes of this ultra male-dominated sport. We meet today's elite, as well as the pioneering female players in history who fought against the odds to get to the top. An essential guide for all aspiring chess queens, Jennifer's story reveals what it takes to break through the glass ceiling. 'Jennifer Shahade is a brilliant, insightful thinker who never fails to entertain and engage' Maria Konnikova 'An astoundingly intimate, thoughtful and inspirational book by a person who has seen it all from the inside' Angela Saini
Download or read book KRISHNACHARITAM written by Laxmi Narain and published by Notion Press. This book was released on 2021-09-24 with total page 358 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Krishna is bliss. He is a symbol of love, sacrifice and spiritualism. The life, deeds and philosophy of Krishna remain perennial guiding inspirations to mankind. In the world festering with materialism where humanity bleeds, knowledge and study of Krishna provides eternal peace and turns the conscience vibrant. It also lets the people understand the whispering instructions of their souls. The understanding of Krishna separates grief from life. Dhruva – the Pole Star, the narrator of the KRISHNACHARITAM The Essence of Life, narrates Krishna's complete life and elucidates various events that happened during the lifetime of the Avatar. Krishna's early life at Vrindavan, his actions in Mathura and Dwarika, and his diplomacy during the great war of Mahabharata have been beautifully knitted in this book. It contains sermons of Krishna which he gives to Arjuna on the battle field of Kurukshetra and to Udhava at the end of his Lila on the Earth. This book will provide the reader a solace from the competitive and hectic world. It is a must read for all virtuous people aspiring an abode in the realm of true devotion and righteous welfare. May Lord Krishna bestow his blessings upon the ardent reader.
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Download or read book Mahanirvana Tantra of the Great Liberation written by Anonymous and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2022-01-04 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written as a dialogue between the god Shiva and goddess Shaki, Mahanirvana Tantra describes the chakras ("disk" or "wheel", refering to the energy centers in our body), ceremonies, yogic practices and mantras for meditation, as well as a summary of the Hindu laws (dharma) regarding sexual behavior. Contents: Questions relating to the Liberation of Beings Introduction to the Worship of Brahman Description of the Worship of the Supreme Brahman Introduction of the Worship of the Supreme Prakriti The Formation of the Mantras, Placing of the Jar, and Purification of the Elements of Worship Placing of the Shri-patra, Homa, Formation of the Chakra, and other Rites Hymn of Praise (Stotra), Amulet (Kavacha), and the description of the Kula-tattva The Dharmma and Customs of the Castes and Ashramas The Ten Kinds of Purificatory Rites (Sangskara) Rites relating to Vriddhi Shraddha, Funeral Rites, and Purnabhisheka The Account of Expiatory Rites An Account of the Eternal and Immutable Dharmma Installation of the Devata The Consecration of Shiva-linga and Description of the Four Classes of Avadhutas
Download or read book The Mahabharata of Krishna Dwaipayana Vyasa written by and published by . This book was released on 1889 with total page 426 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Ashwathama written by Himanshu Verma and published by Notion Press. This book was released on 2023-10-13 with total page 123 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Treta Yug- Raavan was very proud of himself that, no man on this earth, could defeat him, so even after knowing all this, he did not returned Sita Ji, but he got engaged in a task, that if he really died, then, he should sustain on this earth in one or another way. Dvapar Yug- Battlefield of Kurukshetr, Late evening, 18th day of war. Bheem smashed Duryodhan’s both thighs in the Mace dual. Duryodhan was lying on the ground, his both thigh’s femur bones ruptured and dislocated from pelvis. Ashwathama came and promised Duryodhana, that he will take back Hastinapur Kaliyug- Every Kaithi villager was watching same news, on TV and Mobile on Purali for last one day. The news was devastating, nothing left in the village. For Kaithi people it was like their second home is gone with all relatives, they were in extreme shock and anger. Everyone got some sense, that there is something in Purali which can be danger to us, and this danger is still there, anything can happen to us. No one still got clear picture, whether it a disease which is killing all of us or there is some enemy or a group against us? Whoever it is, how on earth someone can move a mountain to finish a village or is it really Lord Shiv, who is furious on us, if it is Lord Shiv’s wrath then, why Guru Aksi said, War?
Download or read book A Classical Dictionary of Hindu Mythology and Religion Geography History and Literature written by John Dowson and published by Asian Educational Services. This book was released on 2004 with total page 438 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Is A New Release Of The Original 1879 Edition.
Download or read book The Mahabharata of Krishna Dwaipayana Vyasa Translated Into English Prose Karna parva 1889 alya parva 1889 Sauptika parva 1890 Stree parva 1890 written by and published by . This book was released on 1889 with total page 832 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Mahabharata written by and published by . This book was released on 1889 with total page 1044 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
