Description
In the austere world of a 1950s orphanage, a young girl named Beth Harmon discovers an extraordinary talent for chess. This quiet, seemingly unremarkable orphan soon reveals herself to be a prodigy, capable of outmaneuvering seasoned players with astonishing speed and insight. As Beth navigates the male-dominated professional chess circuit, she grapples with personal demons and the intoxicating allure of addiction, all while striving for unparalleled mastery of the game. Walter Tevis masterfully crafts a compelling narrative of genius, obsession, and the relentless pursuit of victory against formidable odds.
Available Editions
paperback
Vintage Contemporaries
Published Jan 1, 2003
243 pages
ISBN: 9781400030606
paperback
Unknown
Published Jul 10, 2021
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Details
First Published
1983
Language
eng
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Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Queen's Gambit by Walter Tevis.