{"product_id":"sherwin-james-sherwin-the-life-and-games-of-a-self-taught-warrior","title":"Sherwin: James Sherwin - The Life and Games of a Self-Taught Warrior","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAmerican Chess in the Golden Age: A Self-Made Player's Journey Through the 1950s and '60s\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJames Sherwin's autobiography traces his remarkable path as a self-taught chess player who rose to prominence during one of American chess's most vibrant periods. By day a corporate finance and law professional, by night a fierce competitor against the nation's strongest players, Sherwin carved out a unique dual career that would be difficult to replicate in modern chess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis biography captures the chess landscape of the 1950s and '60s—an era that included Bobby Fischer, Larry Evans, and Sam Reshevsky. The book combines personal narrative with serious chess content: 57 annotated games by International Master John Donaldson provide technical insight, while photographs and tournament crosstables document Sherwin's competitive record and the era itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e57 games annotated by IM John Donaldson, offering both historical context and analytical depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst-hand account of American chess during its most exciting period, from a player who competed at the highest level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual perspective on professional success in finance and law alongside competitive chess achievement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete with archival photographs and tournament crosstables that authenticate the era\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForeword by Andy Soltis situates Sherwin's career within American chess history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEssential reading for those interested in American chess history and the stories of players who shaped the game during its golden age.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat level of play does this book require?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe annotated games assume familiarity with chess at a reasonably advanced level; International Master-level annotations suit ambitious club players and above. The biographical content is accessible to all chess enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many games are included, and who annotated them?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book contains 57 games annotated by IM John Donaldson, who brings both technical analysis and historical perspective to Sherwin's competitive record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this just a game collection, or does it cover Sherwin's life outside chess?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a full autobiography that weaves together Sherwin's parallel careers in corporate finance and law with his chess journey. The games and tournament results are integrated into the broader narrative of his life and times.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Russell Enterprises","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57960399274366,"sku":"9781963885309","price":34.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/8415\/3664\/files\/lxshejs.jpg?v=1788437318","url":"https:\/\/chess-tigers.de\/products\/sherwin-james-sherwin-the-life-and-games-of-a-self-taught-warrior","provider":"Chess Tigers Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}