Picking a Chess Hero

As you've seen throughout the course, the chess greats all have a unique approach to the game and a sense of style. Round out the course by studying four final champions - José Raúl Capablanca, Vera Menchik, Bobby Fischer, and Hou Yifan - to analyze their style of play and begin thinking about your own favorite chess hero.

English
  • Originally Aired January 1, 2015
  • Runtime 38 minutes
  • Network The Great Courses
  • Notes Is the series finale
  • Created May 11, 2021 by
    Agus Escudero
  • Modified May 11, 2021 by
    Agus Escudero