This classic collection of chess games contains some of the most exciting and daring sacrifices ever played. From the immortal classics of Morphy and Anderssen to the modern masterpieces of Tal and Kasparov, these games will inspire and challenge players of all levels. Taylor's clear and insightful annotations help to unlock the secrets of these brilliant games, revealing the skill and creativity of the chessmasters behind them. 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 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. 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.