The 64-Square Madhouse

Enter the delightfully bizarre world of "The 64-Square Madhouse," a classic science fiction short story by Fritz Leiber where chess meets the cosmos! This humorous tale throws readers into a chess tournament unlike any other, where the stakes are as high as the stars. Leiber, a master of the genre, blends the intricate strategy of chess with the boundless possibilities of science fiction, creating a truly unique and entertaining narrative.

Prepare for a captivating journey where the familiar game of chess takes on a wildly imaginative twist. "The 64-Square Madhouse" is a testament to Leiber's skill in crafting compelling stories that transcend time. Whether you're a chess enthusiast, a science fiction aficionado, or simply seeking a laugh, this republication offers a chance to experience a timeless gem of speculative fiction. This meticulously prepared edition ensures the enduring legacy of Fritz Leiber's work continues to be enjoyed.

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.

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The 64-Square Madhouse

Enter the delightfully bizarre world of "The 64-Square Madhouse," a classic science fiction short story by Fritz Leiber where chess meets the cosmos! This humorous tale throws readers into a chess tournament unlike any other, where the stakes are as high as the stars. Leiber, a master of the genre, blends the intricate strategy of chess with the boundless possibilities of science fiction, creating a truly unique and entertaining narrative.

Prepare for a captivating journey where the familiar game of chess takes on a wildly imaginative twist. "The 64-Square Madhouse" is a testament to Leiber's skill in crafting compelling stories that transcend time. Whether you're a chess enthusiast, a science fiction aficionado, or simply seeking a laugh, this republication offers a chance to experience a timeless gem of speculative fiction. This meticulously prepared edition ensures the enduring legacy of Fritz Leiber's work continues to be enjoyed.

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.

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The 64-Square Madhouse

The 64-Square Madhouse

by Fritz Leiber
The 64-Square Madhouse

The 64-Square Madhouse

by Fritz Leiber

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Enter the delightfully bizarre world of "The 64-Square Madhouse," a classic science fiction short story by Fritz Leiber where chess meets the cosmos! This humorous tale throws readers into a chess tournament unlike any other, where the stakes are as high as the stars. Leiber, a master of the genre, blends the intricate strategy of chess with the boundless possibilities of science fiction, creating a truly unique and entertaining narrative.

Prepare for a captivating journey where the familiar game of chess takes on a wildly imaginative twist. "The 64-Square Madhouse" is a testament to Leiber's skill in crafting compelling stories that transcend time. Whether you're a chess enthusiast, a science fiction aficionado, or simply seeking a laugh, this republication offers a chance to experience a timeless gem of speculative fiction. This meticulously prepared edition ensures the enduring legacy of Fritz Leiber's work continues to be enjoyed.

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.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781479447718
Publisher: Wildside Press
Publication date: 01/01/2020
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
Pages: 42
File size: 148 KB

About the Author

About The Author

Fritz Leiber (1910-1992) was an American author, actor, and chess expert. He wrote primarily in the genres of horror, science fiction, and fantasy. He is best remembered for his fantasy series Fafhrd and the Gray Mouser which is credited with originating the Sword and Sorcery genre. In 1958 his book The Big Time won the Hugo Award for best novel, which he would go on to win again in 1964 withThe Wanderer. He was posthumously inducted into the Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame in 2001.

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