Fifty Games at Chess, by William Lewis, offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of early 19th-century chess. This collection presents fifty chess games actually played by the author, many against some of the most skilled players in England, France, and Germany. Beyond the strategic intricacies of each game, the book provides valuable insights into the personalities and playing styles of these notable chess figures.Adding a unique historical dimension, Lewis includes an account of the village of Stroebeck in Germany, renowned for its long-standing association with chess, along with three games played there. This combination of game analysis and cultural context makes "Fifty Games at Chess" a compelling read for chess enthusiasts and historians alike, preserving a snapshot of a pivotal era in the game's development.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.