Chess is a game by its form, an art by its content and a sc… - Caryl Chessman

" "
Chess is a game by its form, an art by its content and a science by the difficulty of gaining mastery in it. Chess can convey as much happiness as a good book or work of music can. However, it is necessary to learn to play well and only afterwards will one experience real delight.

Caryl Chessman

Sources available for members. Sign up free to see where this quote comes from

English

Collect this quote

About Caryl Chessman

Caryl Whittier Chessman (May 27, 1921 – May 2, 1960) was a convicted robber and rapist who served time on death row and was executed in the state of California.

Also Known As

Alternative Names: Caryl Whittier Chessman

All quotes from Caryl Chessman Similar Quotes by other Originators

Originators like Caryl Chessman:

Stanley "Tookie" Williamp Ravachol Martin Luther King Jr. African Spir Kirby Page

Additional quotes by Caryl Chessman

I'm absolutely convinced that in chess – although it remains a game – there is nothing accidental.

Some consider that when I play I am excessively cautious, but it seems to me that the question may be a different one. I try to avoid chance. Those who rely on chance should play cards or roulette. Chess is something quite different.

My life was in crisis. All my values were becoming meaningless. I was discovering that my chosen profession was empty, foolish, as useless as—as playing chess.

Chess is a game by its form, an art by its content and a science by the difficulty of gaining mastery in it. Chess can convey as much happiness as a … - Caryl Chessman

About Caryl Chessman

Also Known As

Unlimited Quote Collections

Additional quotes by Caryl Chessman

Go Premium