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The Turk
The Life and Times of the Famous Eighteenth-Century Chess Playing Machine
Book • 1770
This book delves into the fascinating story of the Turk, a chess-playing machine that captivated audiences for decades.
It explores the machine's construction, its exhibitions across Europe and America, and its impact on perceptions of artificial intelligence during its time.
The book also provides insights into the industrial revolution and the world of chess in the 18th century.
It explores the machine's construction, its exhibitions across Europe and America, and its impact on perceptions of artificial intelligence during its time.
The book also provides insights into the industrial revolution and the world of chess in the 18th century.
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for its engaging narrative and historical context.

Maurice Ashley

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Chess grandmaster Maurice Ashley on why mistakes are our greatest teachers