The Lewis Chessmen and what Happened to Them
Author | : Irving Finkel |
Publisher | : British Museum Publications Limited |
Total Pages | : 48 |
Release | : 1995 |
ISBN-10 | : 0714105732 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780714105734 |
Rating | : 4/5 (734 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The Lewis Chessmen and what Happened to Them by : Irving Finkel
Download or read book The Lewis Chessmen and what Happened to Them written by Irving Finkel and published by British Museum Publications Limited. This book was released on 1995 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ivory chessmen were discovered in 1831 on the Isle of Lewis, and 67 pieces now reside in the British Museum. This story tells the life and times of the chess pieces from their own viewpoint. Part of the 1995 Scottish Book Fortnight promotion.