Chess Players: From Charlie Chaplin to Wu-Tang Clan [Limited Collector Edition]

Chess Players: From Charlie Chaplin to Wu-Tang Clan
Collector edition comes with a collectors clamshell box and a custom print signed by a World Chess Champion. 

Chess Players: from Charlie Chaplin to the Wu-Tang Clan elegantly chronicles the intersection of chess with cultural sophistication and artistic expression. Published by FUEL, World Chess, and the International Chess Federation, this meticulously curated work unveils a collection of photographs, many of which grace the public eye for the first time, depicting the game as an integral element of lifestyle and identity. From the enigmatic poses of Charlie Chaplin to the defiant stances of the Wu-Tang Clan, this volume traverses eras, linking the strategic depth of chess with the personal flair of its most iconic practitioners.

Within its pages lies a thoughtful tribute to the timeless allure of chess, illustrating its role not merely as a game but as a catalyst for cultural dialogue and aesthetic innovation. The book articulates the game's unique ability to blend with the zeitgeist of each epoch, reflecting and shaping the sensibilities of the influential figures who have been drawn to its cerebral challenges. 

Chess Players: from Charlie Chaplin to the Wu-Tang Clan is more than a historical account; it is a visual narrative that places chess at the heart of creative evolution and stylistic expression. It appeals to a discerning audience that appreciates the fusion of mental prowess with individual expression. This compilation asserts chess as a pivotal theme in the narrative of modern lifestyle, inviting its audience to explore the game's significance beyond the board. It becomes a critical addition to the collections of those who are captivated by the elegance of strategy, the beauty of thoughtfulness, and the enduring influence of chess in shaping the contours of culture and creativity.

This title, featuring some never-seen-before photos of amazing people playing chess, celebrates the moments in culture and history that made chess cool.

An incredible collection of images of chess players from the last 130 years, showcasing the unique relationship between chess and culture, featuring world famous actors, artists, politicians and musicians.

With an introduction and photo captions by Dylan Loeb McClain, former chess columnist for The New York Times, the photographs in Chess Players help explain the enduring attraction of this cerebral game, from pawn to king, amateur to grandmaster.

Featuring an essay by Martin Amis and an interview with Viswanathan Anand, Indian chess grandmaster, a former five-time World Chess Champion and a record two-time Chess World Cup Champion.

245x180mm / 192 pages

Produced in association with World Chess and FIDE.

FUEL, the famous art book publisher, and World Chess has been working ont his title for more than 4 years, looking for the ultimate collection of images that celebrates chess and places it in the setting that made this sport popular.

There are only 300 limited edition copies ever produced of this collectors edition.