author
Edward Lasker
1885–1981
A gifted player, teacher, and writer, this German-born American helped bring chess and Go to a wide English-speaking audience. His books are remembered for making strategy feel lively, practical, and inviting.
2 Audiobooks
Chess Strategy
by Edward Lasker
Chess and Checkers : the Way to Mastership
by Edward Lasker
About the author
Born in Kempen, Prussia, on December 3, 1885, Edward Lasker was trained as an engineer and later built a long career in the United States after emigrating in 1914. Alongside his professional work, he became a major figure in mind sports, especially chess and Go, and was eventually recognized by FIDE as an International Master.
Lasker was admired not only for his play but also for his ability to explain complex ideas clearly. He wrote influential books including Chess Strategy, Chess for Fun & Chess for Blood, Chess Secrets I Learned from the Masters, and The Adventure of Chess, helping generations of readers approach the game with both discipline and enjoyment.
He died in New York City on March 25, 1981, leaving behind a reputation as one of the great popularizers of chess in America. His work also extended to Go and checkers, reflecting a lifelong fascination with games of skill and thought.