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Alexander Alekhine Quotes: Chess for me is not a game, but an art. Yes, and I take upon myself all those responsibilities which an art imposes on its adherents.
         

Chess for me is not a game, but an art. Yes, and I take upon myself all those responsibilities which an art imposes on its adherents.


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This page presents the quote "Chess for me is not a game, but an art. Yes, and I take upon myself all those responsibilities which an art imposes on its adherents.". Author of this quote is Alexander Alekhine. This quote is about chess, responsibility, games, art,.